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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 19V381📅 May 20, 2019

2020 Newmar Dutch Star & 2019 Newmar Essex + 3 more recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019 Essex, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, and 2020 Dutch Star motorhomes. The brake relay valve may have an air flow restriction due to a partially blocked orifice, which may lead to extended stopping distance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

💥 The risk

An increase in stopping distance without warning increases the risk of crash.

🔧 The fix

Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the brake relay valve, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Newmar's number for this recall is 19012.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
19V381000
Manufacturer recall #
19012
Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Vehicles affected
40
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Owner phone
1-800-731-8300
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 20, 2019
Built
Dec 18, 2018 – Mar 27, 2019
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 19V381 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 19V381?

2020 Newmar Dutch Star & 2019 Newmar Essex + 3 more. 40 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Newmar dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-731-8300.