Recall 21V088 covers 253 2020-2022 Newmar motorhomes for loose steering gear bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
Newmar is recalling 253 2020-2022 Dutch Star, King Aire, Essex, London Aire, and Mountain Aire motorhomes because the steering gear mounting bolts can loosen and back out. The defect can make the motorhome hard to steer or unable to steer in both directions and can increase the risk of a crash; Newmar dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The steering gear on 2020-2022 Newmar Dutch Star, King Aire, Essex, London Aire, and Mountain Aire motorhomes is the heavy steering box mounted to the chassis. It turns steering-wheel input into movement at the front steering linkage, so the front wheels respond when the driver turns.
On affected motorhomes built on a Spartan Chassis, the bolts that hold the steering gear in place can loosen, back out, or fall out. If those fasteners move far enough, the steering gear is no longer held where it belongs. A loose fastener also can interfere with nearby steering parts, including the pitman arm, which helps transfer motion from the steering gear to the steering linkage.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign can be sudden difficulty steering, or the steering wheel pinned in one direction, which NHTSA campaign 21V088 identifies as increasing crash risk.
Who's affected?
Spans five Newmar motorhome models across the 2020-2022 model years, with steering system and front suspension components included for each model.
| 2020 Newmar Essex | steering system |
|---|---|
| 2020 Newmar Essex | front suspension |
| 2020 Newmar London Aire | steering system |
| 2020 Newmar London Aire | front suspension |
| 2021 Newmar Essex | steering system |
| 2021 Newmar Essex | front suspension |
| 2021 Newmar Dutch Star | steering system |
| 2021 Newmar Dutch Star | front suspension |
| 2021 Newmar Mountain Aire | steering system |
| 2021 Newmar Mountain Aire | front suspension |
| 2021 Newmar London Aire | steering system |
| 2021 Newmar London Aire | front suspension |
| 2022 Newmar Dutch Star | steering system |
| 2022 Newmar Dutch Star | front suspension |
| 2022 Newmar King Aire | steering system |
| 2022 Newmar King Aire | front suspension |
| 2022 Newmar Essex | steering system |
| 2022 Newmar Essex | front suspension |
| 2022 Newmar London Aire | steering system |
| 2022 Newmar London Aire | front suspension |
| 2022 Newmar Mountain Aire | steering system |
| 2022 Newmar Mountain Aire | front suspension |
| 2021 Newmar King Aire | steering system |
| 2021 Newmar King Aire | front suspension |
| 2020 Newmar Mountain Aire | steering system |
| 2020 Newmar Mountain Aire | front suspension |
| 2020 Newmar King Aire | steering system |
| 2020 Newmar King Aire | front suspension |
| 2020 Newmar Dutch Star | steering system |
| 2020 Newmar Dutch Star | front suspension |
| Units affected | 253 |
| 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.
What's the safety risk?
Steering that becomes difficult, or steering that will not respond in both directions, increases the risk of a crash. If the motorhome does not steer normally, stop in a safe place and call the dealer before continuing. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2022 Newmar Essex, London Aire, Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, or King Aire motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the free steering gear mounting bolt and washer replacement that fixes loose bolts causing difficulty steering.
- Bring the recall notice if Newmar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V088 when you call.
- Call Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 with questions about scheduling or owner notification.
- Stop the motorhome and contact the dealer before continuing if steering becomes difficult or does not respond normally.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Newmar technician replaces the steering gear mounting bolts and washers covered by the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Newmar has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this recall-related repair. Bring paid invoices or other repair documentation to the service desk so the dealer can explain how Newmar handles reimbursement claims for this campaign.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 18, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 16, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 19, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| April 19, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 19, 2021 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V088?
Recall 21V088 covers 253 2020-2022 Newmar Dutch Star, King Aire, Essex, London Aire, and Mountain Aire motorhomes. The steering gear mounting bolts can loosen and back out, resulting in difficulty steering. Dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and washers for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2022 Newmar Essex, London Aire, Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, or King Aire is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 21V088. If it is, contact a franchised Newmar dealer or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 to arrange the steering gear mounting bolt and washer replacement. Reference Newmar recall number 21V 041 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 21V088, dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and washers free of charge, with Shyft Group Inc. coordinating the recall repair on Newmar's behalf.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of steering control. If the steering gear mounting bolts loosen and back out, the motorhome can become difficult to steer or lose the ability to steer in both directions, increasing the risk of a crash. The dealer repair addresses the fasteners directly.
What if I bought my Newmar motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Newmar motorhome is included, then call a franchised Newmar dealer and reference recall 21V088 and Newmar recall number 21V 041.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V088000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-800-731-8300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V088 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V088000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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