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2020-2022 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Essex and others recall: critical fasteners

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on February 18, 2021. It covers about 253 vehicles.

vehicles affected
253
reported
Feb 18, 2021
owners notified
Apr 16, 2021
related complaints
2

Steering: critical fasteners

What is wrong
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Dutch Star, King Aire, Essex, London Aire, and Mountain Aire motorhomes. The steering gear mounting bolts may become loose and back out, resulting in difficulty steering.
Risk
Difficulty steering, or the inability to steer in both directions, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
On behalf of Newmar, Shyft Group Inc. will coordinate the recall repair and notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and washers, free of charge. The recall is expected to began April 19, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1‑800‑731‑8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 21V 041.

Recall number 21V088000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about steering problems.

2020 Newmar Dutch Star2021 Newmar Dutch Star2022 Newmar Dutch Star2020 Newmar Essex2021 Newmar Essex2022 Newmar Essex2020 Newmar King Aire2021 Newmar King Aire2022 Newmar King Aire2020 Newmar London Aire2021 Newmar London Aire2022 Newmar London Aire

Questions about recall 21V088000

Is there a recall on the 2020-2022 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Essex and others critical fasteners?

Yes. Recall 21V088000, reported on February 18, 2021, covers about 253 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V088000?

On behalf of Newmar, Shyft Group Inc. will coordinate the recall repair and notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and washers, free of charge. The recall is expected to began April 19, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1‑800‑731‑8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 21V 041.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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