| NHTSA Recall # | 138412 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 18V144000 |
| MFG Compaign # | |
| Manufacturer | Newmar Corporation |
| Supplier | NEWMAR |
| Brand | NEWMAR |
| Model | ESSEX |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS |
| Date of notification | 23/03/18 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 06/02/17 |
| End date of manufacturing | 29/01/18 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 02/03/18 |
| Report created | 06/03/18 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 33 |
| Defect summary | Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain 2018 essex motorhomes. The taillights on these vehicles may loosen and detach from the vehicle while driving. |
| Consequence summary | If the taillights detach, the driver will not be able to communicate his driving intentions, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action | Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will secure the taillights with new hardware, free of charge. The recall began on march 23, 2018. Owners may contact newmar customer service 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). |