| NHTSA Recall # | 111958 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 15V061000 |
| MFG Compaign # | |
| Manufacturer | Newmar Corporation |
| Supplier | NEWMAR |
| Brand | NEWMAR |
| Model | KING AIRE |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALV |
| Date of notification | 26/02/15 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 09/12/13 |
| End date of manufacturing | 16/12/14 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 03/02/15 |
| Report created | 03/02/15 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 98 |
| Defect summary | Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 newmar king aire, and essex vehicles manufactured december 9, 2013, to december 16, 2014, equipped with certain wabco quick release valves with double check. In the affected valves, the rubber diaphragm may be damaged by sharp edges on the valve seat ribs, reducing the available air pressure in the air tanks. |
| Consequence summary | The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action | Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the valve, free of charge. The recall began on february 26, 2015. 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). |