Vehicle recall 18V144000 · March 2, 2018
2018 Newmar Essex
The taillights on these vehicles may loosen and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018 Essex motorhomes. The taillights on these vehicles may loosen and detach from the vehicle while driving.
- Consequence
- If the taillights detach, the driver will not be able to communicate his driving intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will secure the taillights with new hardware, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar 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.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V144000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 2, 2018
- Filed by
- Newmar Corporation
- Owner notification
- March 23, 2018
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 33
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Exterior lighting › Tail lights
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Newmar Essex (2018): 2018
Has your Newmar been repaired?
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