Recall 13V653000

STEERING

Report Date

20131212

Component

STEERING

Affected Vehicles

4 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

This may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2013	NEWMAR	ESSEX
2013	NEWMAR	KING AIRE
2014	NEWMAR	ESSEX
2014	NEWMAR	KING AIRE

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.