The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·15V062000·Announced 2015-02-04

Newmar Recalls 2015 Essex Motorhomes Due to Steering Shaft Defect

Newmar is recalling 2015 Essex motorhomes because the steering shaft may disconnect or slip, increasing the risk of a crash.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering column) that can lead to loss of steering control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Newmar Corporation is recalling certain model year 2015 Essex motorhomes manufactured between March 13, 2014, and November 13, 2014. These vehicles were built on a Spartan chassis. The recall addresses a defect in the steering column where inadequate spline engagement at the steering gear can cause the steering shaft to disconnect or slip.

If the steering shaft disconnects or slips, the driver may lose steering control, which increases the risk of a crash. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text, but the recall covers the specified production period and model year.

Spartan will notify owners on behalf of Newmar. Dealers will replace the steering shaft free of charge. The recall began on February 26, 2015. Owners can contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
NEWMAR ESSEX
Brand
NEWMAR
Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Motorhome
Hazard
Affected units
30

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • ESSEX

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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