Defect Description For Recall
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2014-2015 Newmar King Aire, And Essex Vehicles Manufactured December 9, 2013, To December 16, 2014, Equipped With Certain WABCo Quick Release Valves With Double Check. In The Affected Valves, The Rubber DiaphraGM May Be Damaged By Sharp Edges On The Valve Seat Ribs, Reducing The Available Air Pressure In The Air Tanks.
Make Of Vehicle
NEWMAR
Model Of Vehicle
KING AIRE
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
15V061000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Quick Release Valve
Effect Of Defect
The Reduced Air Pressure Levels May Reduce Braking Performance And/Or The Parking Brakes Could Reapply, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Newmar Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Valve, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On February 26, 2015. Owners May Contact Newmar Customer Service At 1-800-731-8300.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20131209
End Of Manufacture
20141216
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
98
Date Owners Notified
20150226
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Date Report Received
20150203