NHTSA Recall 20V171000: Caliper (service brakes)
Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 129 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Newmar Essex.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V171000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | #20V-127 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › DISC › CALIPER |
| Report received | March 20, 2020 |
| Owner notification | May 6, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Essex and London Aire, 2019 Mountain Aire, Ventana LE and Ventana and 2020 Kountry Star motorhomes built on DTNA chassis. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Safety risk
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 6, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 20V-127.
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 20V171000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar Essex | 2019, 2020 |
| Newmar Kountry Star | 2020 |
| Newmar London Aire | 2019, 2020 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2019 |
| Newmar Ventana | 2019 |
| Newmar Ventana LE | 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.