2003 Newmar Essex recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 2003 Newmar Essex. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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- Dec 15, 2017Fire risk2007–2009 Newmar All Star, 2007–2018 Newmar Bay Star, 2012–2018 Newmar Bay Star Sport and 16 other models — Equipment
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling various 1995-2018 motorhomes. A list of the affected vehicles available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V809-2309.pdf. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
17V809000 · 35K units · Newmar Corporation
- Aug 11, 2009Fire risk2003–2004 Newmar Dutch Star, 2003 Newmar Essex, 2003 Newmar Kountry Aire and 3 other models — Equipment
NEWMAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003 AND 2004 MOTOR HOMES AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLE TRAILERS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN MARCH 5, 2002 AND APRIL 3, 2003, EQUIPPED WITH CERTAIN NORCOLD REFRIGERATORS. THE COOLANT SOLUTION IN THESE COOLING UNITS CAN ESCAPE.
09V324000 · 493 units · NEWMAR CORPORATION
- Jun 2, 2005Crash risk2003–2005 Newmar Dutch Star, 2003–2005 Newmar Essex, 2004–2005 Newmar Kountry Star and 2 other models — Service Brakes, Air
ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH AMETEK NGI GAUGES, THE AIR GAUGES ARE NOT PROPERLY CALIBRATED AND THE LOW AIR WARNING INDICATOR MAY BE ACTIVATED WHEN ACTUAL AIR RESERVOIR PRESSURE READINGS ARE BELOW THE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD REQUIRED RANGE OF 60 TO 65PSI.
05V263000 · 2K units · NEWMAR CORPORATION
- Apr 25, 2005Fire risk2003–2005 Newmar Dutch Star, 2003–2005 Newmar Essex, 2003 Newmar London Aire and 1 other model — Equipment
ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH VEHICLE SYSTEMS' AQUA-HOT AND HYDRO-HOT WATER HEATERS, WHICH ARE EQUIPPED WITH WEBASTO BURNER TUBES, THE BURNER TUBES DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS AND COULD FAIL PREMATURELY.
05V170000 · 935 units · NEWMAR CORPORATION
- Oct 3, 2003Crash risk2003–2004 Newmar Essex, 2002 Newmar Kountry Aire, 2001–2003 Newmar London Aire and 1 other model — Suspension
ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES EQUIPPED WITH TUTHILL INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSIONS, THE DEFECT IS INSUFFICIENT TIGHTENING TORQUE OF THE STEERING KNUCKLE CARRIER BOLT THAT MAY RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE STEERING KNUCKLE FROM ONE OF THE CONTROL ARMS.
03V369000 · 33 units · NEWMAR CORPORATION