2015 Newmar Essex TSBs

If any bolt is under- torqued, remove the bolt, and add blue LOCTITE thread sealant to the bolt threads. If there is no washer on the nut side of the bolt, add a flat washer. Reinstall and torque all 5/16 bolts to 19 ft. lbs. and all 3/8 bolts to 33 ft. lbs.

If any bolt is under- torqued, remove the bolt, and add blue LOCTITE thread sealant to the bolt threads. If there is no washer on the nut side of the bolt, add a flat washer. Reinstall and torque all 5/16" bolts to 19 ft. lbs. and all 3/8" bolts to 33 ft. lbs.

issued field service campaign SF546AB. In response, Newmar is publishing PIB 495. Issue: On certain coaches, a check valve is missing on the auxiliary air tank, causing the tag axle steer tires to remain in a turned position when stopping the vehicle during a turn and shifting into reverse. In addition, some of these vehicles also require an air line retrofit.

In response, Newmar is publishing TSB 493. Issue: On specific vehicles equipped with Stoneridge light bar control units (LBCU), the instrument panel odometer value may reset and no longer match the engine ECU odometer value.

which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motor homes. NHTSA# 15V 803, TC# 2015- 562 Issue: On certain motorhomes, the cargo door lock actuator on the baggage doors could overheat due to a faulty keyless entry module configuration. If operated with a battery voltage below 9.5 VDC, the actuator could chatter, overheat and melt along with a portion of the inner door material which would increase the risk of fire causing injury and/or damage to property.

relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motor homes. Issue: Certain motorhomes may have a defective refrigerator travel latch that may activate without the user?s knowledge when the doors are closed. If the latch locks the door shut, the refrigerator cannot be opened from the inside. This could potentially cause entrapment/injury to an individual. This only applies to French door style refrigerators with a specific travel latch. Attached is a list of specific coaches affected.

In response, Newmar is issuing recall NHTSA# 17v 378 and TC#2017-304. On certain motorhomes, the retaining ring on the starter shaft may break without warning, allowing the shaft to extend beyond the starter motor. The motor may continue to be energized and overheat, or eventually be subjected to an over-current condition. Overheating or an over-current condition may increase the risk of a fire.

has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motor homes built on Spartan chassis. In response, Newmar Corporation is publishing the following recall: NHTSA #17V 195 TC #2017-162. Issue: On certain motorhomes, the ball joints on the independent front suspension may be loose. If not detected, the loose ball joints could separate over time. This could affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

AM Equipment Frameless style windshield wiper blades P/N 302-2320 supplied for Newmar coaches may separate from wiper arm connector when wiper system is operated at the high speed setting. If the wiper system fails, the operator will have reduced visibility which could result in a crash. NHTSA # 15V-149 TC # 2015-108

Essex motor homes equipped with Spartan Motors Inc. steering slip shafts used on K3 chassis with IFS2000S2 suspension. The steering column may have inadequate spline engagement at the steering gear. This could lead to wear and potentially result in the steering shaft becoming disconnected or slipping, causing a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. NHTSA# 15V-062, TC# 2015-012

Attached is information you will need. This will apply when replacing the (old) 5 wire shade motors or changing complete shade when existing (old) shade is 5 wire and new shade motors are 3 wire. When installing the new 3 wire shades or motors you will need a Programmer. Instructions for the Programmer are included.

has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain K3 model motor home chassis equipped with a tag axle suspension supplied by Reyco Granning. Issue: The tag axle suspension hangers may move allowing the tag axle assembly to shift off center without warning. Movement of the tag axle from center may result in poor vehicle handling. NHTSA # 15v-211, 15v-375, TC# 2015-180

has released a Recall Spartan NHTSA # 15V-388, TC # 2015 283. Certain 2015- 2016 model units on Spartan K3 Chassis are affected. Fasteners that attach the stay rod to the rear drive axle may not have been installed with thread locker or tightened in the correct sequence. The fasteners may loosen and the stay rod could disconnect from the rear drive axle allowing the rear axle to move freely in certain directions. This could cause loss of vehicle control which may increase the risk of a crash. The loosening of the fasteners may occur without warning.

has decided a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain motor home chassis. Newmar has provided the list of coaches affected by this Spartan Recall. NHTSA # 15V 492 TC# 2015-345. The control module for the air suspension may experience a loss of power resulting in the air suspension not being able to achieve ride height. If the ride height of the suspension is less than specified ride height, negative impact to roll steer could occur. This could cause the vehicle to be difficult to control and increase the risk of a crash. This could occur without warning.

THIS RECALL IS THE RESULT OF INFORMATION PROVIDED TO US BY DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC. NHTSA#16V 252, TC#2016-205 ON CERTAIN FREIGHTLINER BRAND MOTORHOME CHASSIS BUILT WITH A HEAVIER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDAL, THE BRAKE ACTIVATION SIGNAL TO CERTAIN TOWED DEVICES MAY NOT DEACTIVATE WHEN THE MOTORHOME SERVICE BRAKES ARE RELEASED. IF THE BRAKE ACTIVATION SIGNAL TO A TOWED DEVICE REMAINS ACTIVE WHEN THE MOTORHOME CHASSIS SERVICE BRAKES ARE RELEASED, THE BRAKES ON A TOWED DEVICE MAY REMAIN ENGAGED DEPENDING ON THE BRAKE CONFIGURATION OF THE TRAILER. A TOWED DEVICE WITH INCORRECTLY OPERATING BRAKES COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

THIS RECALL IS THE RESULT OF INFORMATION PROVIDED TO NEWMAR BY DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. NHTSA #16V 280, TC# 2016-304 ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES BUILT ON FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS, THE POWER STEERING FLUID TEMPERATURE MAY EXCEED THE HOSE MATERIAL RATING ON CERTAIN REAR ENGINE CHASSIS BUILT WITH SPECIFIC 18K AND 20K FRONT AXLES USED IN MOTORHOMES APPLICATIONS. THE FAILURE MODE ON THESE SYSTEMS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER STEERING DURING LOW-SPEED DRIVING CONDITIONS. SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING ASSIST ON THIS VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH CAUSING INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

ISSUE: LOOSE MOUNTING BOLTS MAY CAUSE NOISE, AND MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE SLIDEOUT MOTOR HOUSING.

THE AFFECTED MOTORHOMES BUILT ON FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS, WERE EQUIPPED WITH A JACK MOUNTING BRACKET THAT MAY BE ATTACHED TOO CLOSE TO THE REAR AIRBAG. THIS COULD DAMAGE THE SUSPENSION AIRBAG OVER TIME, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN AN AIR LEAK AND SUSPENSION COLLAPSE. THIS COULD AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH CAUSING INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. NHTSA# 14V620, TC# 2014-372

SPARTAN CHASSIS AND IN RESPONSE NEWMAR IS PUBLISHING RECALL NHTSA# 16V 501 TC# 2016-342. ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES, THE EXHAUST FLEX TUBE MAY BE MISALIGNED CAUSING THE POTENTIAL FOR THE FLEX TUBE TO TEAR. IF THE EXHAUST TUBE TEARS, HOT EXHAUST GAS COULD BLOW AGAINST OTHER COMPONENTS OR MATERIALS. IF EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURES EXCEED THE FLASH POINT OF OTHER MATERIAL OR COMPONENTS, IT COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF FIRE CAUSING INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. THIS MAY OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING.

The new part (# 024193) is a replacement for both of the obsolete parts and will mount the same way. The wire connections have changed from a plug to two barrel connectors. The barrel connectors may be used or cut off to install with spade terminals, which allows wires to be reversed easily.

on Freightliner RV Chassis with Adjustable Pedals Only, Built prior to June 1st 2015 Symptoms: Cruise control intermittently does not engage or brake lights staying on after brake pedal is released. Note: This Service solution was implemented before the Recall (FL704A, Freightliner NHTSA # 16V 204) for the brake return spring. The brake return spring recall supersedes this service solution.

THESE SLIDEOUT ROLLER PADS ARE MEANT TO HELP PROTECT FLOORS FROM SLIDEOUT ROLLER MARKS DURING TRANSIT. NO

In most cases, the 10 amp fuse installed by the factory is sufficient. However, some coaches equipped with a ShurFlo water pump (Newmar part # 127488) blow the 10 amp water pump fuse.

To perform changes to base line tire pressure settings, change tire locations, program for a new tire sensor or program a new Valor Canbus Transceiver Module. You will need this tool. Valor smart tool is available through Newmar Parts Department.

Torque the mounting bolts (if needed) to 30 ft. pounds. A ground cable may also be installed to improve the overall grounding of the HWH pump assembly.

To identify the condition and affected product, the display screen will briefly turn white then begin to restart. This cycle may continue until temperatures lower in the dash cavity space. Note The temperatures of the head unit do not pose further risk to damage of the device, vehicle or components.

THIS CHANGE CAUSED AN ISSUE IN ITCS LED RECESSED LIGHTS WITH A MANUFACTURED DATE CODES IN THE RANGE OF NOVEMBER 2014 TO MARCH 2015. LIGHTS MAY PREMATURELY QUIT WORKING OR ONLY HAVE A PORTION OF LEDS WORKING WITHIN EACH LIGHT FIXTURE.