Rear stay rod fasteners may loosen
Defect Summary
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 king aire and essex vehicles manufactured from march 13, 2014, and may 13, 2015, and model year 2016 mountain aire vehicles manufactured from march 17, 2015, through april 17, 2015. the affected vehicles, built on a spartan chassis, have fasteners that attach the stay rod (v-rod) to the rear drive axle that may not have been installed with thread locker or tightened in the correct sequence.
Safety Consequence
If the fasteners loosen, the stay rod may disconnect from the rear axle, allowing the rear axle to move freely, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Spartan will notify owners on behalf of newmar, and dealers will replace the fasteners using thread lock, tightening them in the proper sequence and with the required torque values, free of charge. the recall began on july 13, 2015. owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Newmar Corporation or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 15V411000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V411000?
NHTSA recall 15V411000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on June 30, 2015. It addresses: Rear stay rod fasteners may loosen. The recall affects approximately 96 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V411000 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.