Recall 17V378000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY Defect in 2012-2015 NEWMAR KING AIRE
RECALL This recall affects up to 210 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 17V378000 |
| Manufacturer | Newmar Corporation |
| Vehicles Affected | 210 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2012-2015 King Aire and Essex motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis. A component within the starter motor may break, potentially resulting in the starter motor overheating or drawing excessive current.
Safety Consequence
A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan Motors dealers will replace the starter, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan Motors at 1-800-543-4277 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 17012.
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