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Campaign 15V829 Posted December 9, 2015 1,920 units

1997-2005 Newmar Motorhomes Recall 15V829: Steering

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 31, 2026

Recall 15V829 affects 1,920 1997-2005 Newmar motorhomes for steering gear brackets that crack and cause steering loss. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.

Newmar is recalling 1,920 1997-2005 Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Kountry Aire, London Aire, and Essex motorhomes because the steering gear mounting bracket can crack and lead to loss of steering ability. A loss of steering increases crash risk, and Newmar dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The steering gear mounting bracket on these 1997-2005 Newmar Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Kountry Aire, London Aire, and Essex motorhomes is the frame-mounted support that holds the steering gear in position. The steering gear turns steering-wheel input into movement at the front wheels, so the bracket has to keep that gear fixed while the coach is turning, braking, and moving over uneven pavement.

On affected motorhomes, the bracket can crack. If the crack grows and the bracket breaks, the steering gear is no longer held where it belongs. That loss of support can lead to a loss of steering ability, increasing crash risk under NHTSA campaign 15V829.

There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not told to expect a noise, warning light, loose steering feel, or fluid leak before the bracket cracks and breaks.

Who's affected?

Spans five Newmar motorhome lines across 1997-2005, all tied to the steering system.

2001 Newmar Dutch Star steering system
1997 Newmar Mountain Aire steering system
2001 Newmar Mountain Aire steering system
1998 Newmar Dutch Star steering system
2000 Newmar Dutch Star steering system
Units affected1,920
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.

What's the safety risk?

If the steering gear mounting brackets fail, steering can be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall repair soon and avoid extra trips until the vehicle is checked. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 1997-2005 Newmar Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Kountry Aire, London Aire, or Essex motorhome is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the free steering-gear-mounting-bracket replacement that fixes the crack-prone steering bracket.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Newmar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V829 when you call.
  4. Avoid unnecessary trips until the repair is complete, and ask the dealer about towing if the motorhome must be moved.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Newmar technician replaces the steering gear mounting brackets covered by recall 15V829. The work addresses brackets that can crack and lead to loss of steering ability. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Newmar lists a general reimbursement plan for owners who paid for a related repair before the recall. If you already paid, contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277 and ask what documentation is required.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

December 9, 2015 NHTSA published the recall
January 4, 2016 Owner notification mailed
February 5, 2016 Dealer notification began
February 5, 2016 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V829?

Recall 15V829 covers 1,920 1997-2005 Newmar Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Kountry Aire, London Aire, and Essex motorhomes with steering gear mounting brackets that can crack and cause loss of steering. A loss of steering increases crash risk. Spartan dealers replace the brackets free of charge.

What should I do if my 1997-2005 Newmar Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Kountry Aire, London Aire, or Essex is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 15V829. If it is, contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or a Spartan dealer to schedule the steering gear mounting bracket replacement. Reference recall number 15V829 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Newmar will have Spartan dealers replace the steering gear mounting brackets free of charge for included vehicles, regardless of where the motorhome was purchased.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is loss of steering. The steering gear mounting bracket can crack, and that failure can cause a loss of steering ability. Newmar's remedy is to replace the affected brackets through Spartan dealers for free.

What if I bought my Newmar motorhome used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Kountry Aire, London Aire, or Essex is included, then contact Newmar or a Spartan dealer with recall number 15V829.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V829000
Newmar customer service1-800-731-8300
NHTSA recall #15V829
NHTSA recall # (full)15V829000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →