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NHTSA Recall 21V822000: Pump (steering)

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 38 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Newmar Essex.

38
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2021
owners notified (November 22)
NHTSA campaign21V822000
Manufacturer campaign21V-752
ComponentSTEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › PUMP
Report receivedOctober 19, 2021
Owner notificationNovember 22, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Essex, 2020-2022 King Aire and London Aire motorhomes. A machining defect may cause pressure to build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

Safety risk

A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

On behalf of Newmar Corporation, Shyft Group will inspect the pump serial number, and replace the power steering pump if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 22, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar's 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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V822000

Make and modelModel years
Newmar Essex2020, 2021
Newmar King Aire2020, 2021, 2022
Newmar London Aire2020, 2021, 2022

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.