2018 NEWMAR ESSEX RECALL - #18V061000
RECALL FOR EXTERIOR LIGHTING : HEADLIGHTS
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018 Essex motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis. The low beam headlights do not also illuminate as intended when the high beam headlights are activated, reducing the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX |
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| Manufacturer |
Newmar Corporation |
| Manufactured between |
2/6/2017 - 11/20/2017 |
| Recalled on |
1/22/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Newmar Corporation |
| Owners Notified on |
2/9/2018 |
| # Affected |
11 |
| Recalled for |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
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| Description |
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018 Essex motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis. The low beam headlights do not also illuminate as intended when the high beam headlights are activated, reducing the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." |
| Consequences |
If the driver has reduced visibility, there would be an increased risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities will reprogram the Freightliner chassis module, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for SUSPENSION, FRONT, CONTROL ARM
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EQUIPMENT
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, TAIL LIGHTS
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING, FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for VISIBILITY, WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EQUIPMENT, RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, FOUNDATION COMPONENTS, DISC, CALIPER
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EQUIPMENT, RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, DISC, CALIPER
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EQUIPMENT, ELECTRICAL
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EQUIPMENT, RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, TURN SIGNAL
2018 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SOFTWARE
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