Newmar Corporation – Steering Linkage Castle Nuts may be Loose

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 motorhomes manufactured October 15, 2012, through June 20, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the castle nuts for the steering linkage ball joint fasteners, which mount to bell cranks, may be loose. If the castle nuts become completely loose, the steering linkage may separate from the bell cranks without warning.


Report Received Date 12/12/2013
NHTSA ID 13V653000
Consequence Summary This may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Newmar will notify owners and Spartan dealers will replace the steering linkage fasteners, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Customers may contact Newmar at 1-800-731-8300.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 47
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13V653000)

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