Recall 19V384 affects 3 2019 Newmar Essex and Mountain Aire motorhomes for loose brake caliper mounting bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
Newmar is recalling 3 2019 Essex and Mountain Aire motorhomes under recall 19V384 because the brake caliper mounting bolts on the Freightliner XC chassis were not tightened enough. Loose caliper bolts can reduce braking effectiveness and raise the risk of a crash, and a Newmar dealer will tighten the bolts free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake calipers on these 2019 Newmar Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes are the clamps that squeeze the brake pads against a spinning disc at each wheel to slow the coach down. Each caliper is bolted to an anchor plate on the axle with mounting bolts torqued to a precise spec. That clamping force is what holds the caliper steady so the pads can bite the rotor evenly every time you press the pedal.
On affected coaches, those caliper mounting bolts were not tightened to the correct torque at the chassis builder. Under the repeated heat and load of stopping a heavy motorhome, under-torqued bolts can work loose. Once the caliper loses its grip on the anchor plate, the pads no longer clamp the rotor with full force, and braking effectiveness drops. Reduced braking distance on a coach this size raises the risk of a crash.
There is no warning sign before failure. The bolts can loosen without a dashboard light or an obvious change in pedal feel.
Who's affected?
Covers two Newmar coach lines, the Essex and the Mountain Aire, all built in a six-week window in late 2018 and sharing the same service brake concern.
| 2019 Newmar Essex | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Newmar Mountain Aire | brake system |
| Units affected | 3 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA 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 in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts reduce braking effectiveness and increase the risk of a crash. Stopping distance grows as the caliper shifts, and a hard stop can pull the vehicle off line. Schedule the repair soon and avoid heavy braking situations until the inspection is done. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Newmar Essex or Mountain Aire motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a Freightliner dealer to schedule the inspection and retorque of the brake caliper mounting bolts that restores full braking effectiveness.
- Call Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 with questions and reference recall number 19V384 (Newmar recall FL-816) when you call.
- Bring the owner notice if Newmar has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V384 at the service desk.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Allow extra stopping distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Freightliner technician inspects the brake caliper mounting bolts on the air disc brake system and tightens or replaces them to the correct torque. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Newmar has a standard reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid out of pocket for a related brake caliper repair before the recall notice. Bring your receipts or repair documentation to the service desk, or contact Newmar customer service to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 22, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 20, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 21, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| July 21, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 21, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V384?
Recall 19V384 covers 3 2019 Newmar Essex and Mountain Aire motorhomes built on Freightliner XC chassis with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts were not tightened enough, which can reduce braking effectiveness and increase crash risk. Freightliner dealers will inspect and repair the bolts free of charge.
What should I do if my 2019 Newmar Essex or Mountain Aire is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 19V384. If it is, contact a Freightliner dealer to schedule the brake caliper bolt inspection and repair. Reference Newmar recall numbers FL-816 and 19V-367 when you call. Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 can help locate a dealer.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost to the owner. Freightliner dealers will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts and tighten or replace them as needed, free of charge, on every 2019 Essex and Mountain Aire covered by recall 19V384.
Is it safe to drive my Newmar motorhome until the repair?
Newmar has not issued a do-not-drive order for recall 19V384, so the motorhome is not formally restricted. The defect can reduce brake effectiveness, so schedule the inspection promptly and avoid heavy loads, steep grades, and long trips until a Freightliner dealer has verified the caliper bolts.
What if I bought my 2019 Essex or Mountain Aire used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If Newmar never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your motorhome is included, then call a Freightliner dealer and reference recall numbers FL-816 and 19V-367.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V384000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-800-731-8300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V384 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V384000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →