| NHTSA Recall # | 101056 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 13V653000 |
| MFG Compaign # | |
| Manufacturer | Newmar Corporation |
| Supplier | NEWMAR |
| Brand | NEWMAR |
| Model | ESSEX |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Date of notification | 16/01/14 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 15/10/12 |
| End date of manufacturing | 20/06/13 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 12/12/13 |
| Report created | 15/01/14 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 47 |
| Defect summary | Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 motorhomes manufactured october 15, 2012, through june 20, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the castle nuts for the steering linkage ball joint fasteners, which mount to bell cranks, may be loose. If the castle nuts become completely loose, the steering linkage may separate from the bell cranks without warning. |
| Consequence summary | This may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action | Newmar will notify owners and spartan dealers will replace the steering linkage fasteners, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Customers may contact newmar at 1-800-731-8300. |
| Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |