Recall
Newmar King Aire — 16V768000
NHTSA ID
16V768000
Make
Newmar
Model
King Aire
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2016-10-21
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Units Affected
42
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 London Aire, Essex, and King Aire motorhomes manufactured December 9, 2015, to September 26, 2016. The hydraulic entry step controller may not be functioning as designed and may allow the steps to retract unexpectedly.
Consequence
The steps can retract without warning, causing someone using the steps to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steps and update the controller software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.