Loose steering linkage castlenuts
Defect Summary
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 king aire and essex vehicles manufactured april 12, 2013, to october 18, 2013, and built on spartan chassis. in the affected vehicles, the steering linkage castlenuts may loosen without warning and the steering linkage may separate from the bell cranks.
Safety Consequence
If the steering linkage separates from the bell cranks, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Newmar will notify owners, and spartan dealers will inspect the steering linkage castle nuts and tighten them, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began february 27, 2015. Owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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FAQ: Recall 15V067000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V067000?
NHTSA recall 15V067000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on February 6, 2015. It addresses: Loose steering linkage castlenuts. The recall affects approximately 24 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V067000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.