NHTSA Recall 18V505000: Caliper (service brakes)
Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 119 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Newmar Essex.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V505000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18V-353 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › CALIPER |
| Report received | August 2, 2018 |
| Owner notification | August 30, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Newmar Ventana LE and Ventana motorhomes, 2018 Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes, and 2017-2018 London Aire motorhomes. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.
Safety risk
If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and authorized Daimler Trucks service centers will inspect the caliper mounting bolts and tighten them to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-353.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V505000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar Essex | 2018 |
| Newmar London Aire | 2017, 2018 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2018 |
| Newmar Ventana | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Newmar Ventana LE | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.