Steering fluid temperature may exceed hose rating
Defect Summary
Newmar corporation (newmar) recalling certain model year 2014-2015 essex, and 2015 mountain aire and london aire motorhomes manufactured from may 20, 2013, through april 09, 2015. these vehicles are built on freightliner rear engine chassis that have 18,000lb or 20,000lb-capacity front axles. in these motorhomes, the power steering fluid temperature may exceed the power steering hose material rating, subsequently causing the hoses to fail, resulting in a sudden loss of power steering.
Safety Consequence
Loss of power steering assist would result in increased difficulty to steer the vehicle in either direction at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Newmar will notify owners, and freightliner dealers will replace the power steering hose with a higher temperature rated one, free of charge. the recall began on june 15, 2016. owners may contact freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. newmar's number for this recall is 16v-121.
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FAQ: Recall 16V280000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V280000?
NHTSA recall 16V280000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on May 10, 2016. It addresses: Steering fluid temperature may exceed hose rating. The recall affects approximately 93 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 16V280000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16V-121. 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.