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2021-2022 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Essex and others recall: critical fasteners

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on March 17, 2022. It covers about 1,277 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,277
reported
Mar 17, 2022
owners notified
May 16, 2022
related complaints
6

Steering: critical fasteners

What is wrong
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 New Aire, Essex, King Aire, Ventana, Kountry Star, London Aire, Dutch Star and Mountain Aire motorhomes. The upper bolt connecting the steering column may not have been properly tightened, causing the nut to loosen off the bolt, potentially resulting in loss of steering control.
Risk
Loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the upper and lower bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1‑800‑731‑8300.

Recall number 22V166000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 6 complaints about steering problems.

2021 Newmar Dutch Star2022 Newmar Dutch Star2021 Newmar Essex2022 Newmar Essex2021 Newmar King Aire2022 Newmar King Aire2021 Newmar Kountry Star2022 Newmar Kountry Star2021 Newmar London Aire2022 Newmar London Aire2021 Newmar Mountain Aire2022 Newmar Mountain Aire

Questions about recall 22V166000

Is there a recall on the 2021-2022 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Essex and others critical fasteners?

Yes. Recall 22V166000, reported on March 17, 2022, covers about 1,277 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V166000?

Dealers will inspect and tighten the upper and lower bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1‑800‑731‑8300.

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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