Recall 19V610 affects 376 2018-2020 Newmar Mountain Aire, King Aire, and Essex motorhomes. Bedroom fascia header can fall. Free repair at a franchised Newmar dealer.
Newmar is recalling 376 2018-2020 Mountain Aire, King Aire, and Essex motorhomes because the bedroom fascia header can fall unexpectedly onto the bed. If it falls while someone is in the bed, the defect increases the risk of injury, and Newmar dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The bedroom fascia header in these 2018-2020 Newmar Mountain Aire, King Aire, and Essex motorhomes is the finished trim panel at the top of the bedroom area above the bed. Its normal job is to cover and finish the overhead structure while staying fixed to the coach body as the motorhome moves, flexes, and vibrates.
On affected motorhomes, that fascia header was not properly secured. The recall describes a header that was discovered on the bed mattress, and Newmar's correction is to add screws and brackets so the panel stays attached. Without enough secure attachment points, road vibration and normal coach movement can let the header come loose and fall onto the bed.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner can inspect the area for looseness, gaps, or movement, but the recall does not identify a dependable symptom before the header falls.
Who's affected?
Spans Mountain Aire, King Aire, and Essex coach lines across the 2018, 2019, and 2020 model years, all with the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment component.
| 2018 Newmar Mountain Aire | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2019 Newmar King Aire | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2020 Newmar King Aire | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2019 Newmar Essex | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2020 Newmar Essex | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2018 Newmar King Aire | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2019 Newmar Mountain Aire | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2018 Newmar Essex | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2020 Newmar Mountain Aire | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 376 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose fascia header can fall while someone is in the bed, increasing the risk of injury. Keep people clear of that bed area until the header is secured, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2020 Newmar Mountain Aire, King Aire, or Essex motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the free screw-and-bracket repair that secures the bedroom fascia header above the bed.
- Keep people out of the bed under that fascia header until the repair is complete.
- Bring the recall notice if Newmar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V610 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Newmar technician adds screws and brackets to properly secure the bedroom fascia header so it stays fixed above the bed. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Newmar has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related fascia header repair before the recall work was completed. Bring documentation of the prior repair and payment to the service desk, or contact Newmar customer service for the claim path.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 20, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 17, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 19, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| October 19, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 19, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 19, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V610?
Recall 19V610 covers 376 2018-2020 Newmar Mountain Aire, King Aire, and Essex motorhomes with a bedroom fascia header that can fall unexpectedly onto the bed. If someone is in the bed when it falls, the defect increases the risk of injury.
What should I do if my 2018-2020 Newmar Mountain Aire, King Aire, or Essex is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 19V610. If it is, contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the repair. The dealer adds screws and brackets to secure the bedroom fascia header. Reference recall number 19V610 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Newmar dealers secure the bedroom fascia header free of charge. Parts and labor are covered under recall 19V610.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury from the bedroom fascia header falling onto the bed. The recall applies to certain Newmar motorhomes because the header was not properly secured. The dealer repair adds screws and brackets so the fascia header stays attached.
Who can I contact about recall 19V610?
Contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the free repair, or call Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 with recall number 19V610. Check your VIN first so the service desk can confirm that your specific motorhome is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V610000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-800-731-8300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V610 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V610000 |
Source documents
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