Recall 20V-171: 2019–2020 Newmar Essex, 2020 Newmar Kountry Star and 4 more
Newmar Corporation recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Mar 20, 2020, covering about 129 vehicles.
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Essex and London Aire, 2019 Mountain Aire, Ventana LE and Ventana and 2020 Kountry Star motorhomes built on DTNA chassis. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
The risk
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 6, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 20V-127.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Newmar Corporation |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Disc › Caliper |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V171000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Newmar Essex | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Newmar Kountry Star | 2020 | All years |
| Newmar London Aire | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2019 | All years |
| Newmar Ventana | 2019 | All years |
| Newmar Ventana LE | 2019 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V-171?
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Essex and London Aire, 2019 Mountain Aire, Ventana LE and Ventana and 2020 Kountry Star motorhomes built on DTNA chassis. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
How is recall 20V-171 fixed?
Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 6, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 20V-127.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.