RECALLS — MAKE · MODEL · YEAR
2018 Newmar Essex Class A Motorhome recalls
9 safety recall campaigns have been filed for the 2018 Newmar Essex Class A Motorhome with Transport Canada and the U.S. NHTSA. Here is what both agencies say.
- Canadian recalls
- 09
- U.S. recalls
- 00
- Total campaigns
- 09
Transport Canada recalls
09- Other#2019417
39 units affected
Issue: On certain motorhomes, the decorative trim in the bedroom could fall onto the bed. Safety Risk: If this occurs while someone is in the bed, it could increase the risk of injury. Corrective Actions: Newmar will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their motorhome to a dealership to have the decorative trim properly secured.
- Lights And Instruments#2019293
111 units affected
Issue: Certain motorhomes built on a Freightliner XBS chassis could have a problem with the rear-mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM). This could cause the tail lights not to work properly. Safety Risk: Brake lights or turn signals that do not work could cause a following driver not to recognize that a vehicle ahead is braking or intends to turn. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their motorhome to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect and repair the PDM as necessary.
- Electrical#2019163
21 units affected
Issue: On certain motorhomes, the power source for the WiFiRanger (the wireless networking hub) could overheat. Safety Risk: If the power source overheats, it could increase the risk of injury and/or property damage. Corrective Actions: Newmar will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorhome to a dealer to replace the WiFiRanger power source.
- Structure#2018413
17 units affected
On certain motorhomes, the latch on the entry door may not engage properly. This could allow the door to open unexpectedly when the vehicle is in transit, which could increase the risk of injury. Correction: Dealers will adjust the entry door to ensure that the latch engages properly.
- Visual System#2018303
8 units affected
On certain motorhomes, the windshield wiper arms may have been manufactured incorrectly. This could reduce the driver’s visibility under certain conditions and increase the risk of a crash and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will replace the wiper arms.
- Electrical#2018182
64 units affected
On certain motorhomes, there may be a loose electrical connection in the breaker box that was not properly tightened. A loose power connection may cause a build up of heat at the connection, which would increase the risk of overheating or a fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect the electrical connections in the breaker box and repair as necessary.
- Lights And Instruments#2018109
2 units affected
On certain motorhomes, the tail lights may become loose and could separate from the vehicle. If the tail lights were to separate, it could result in following road users being unaware of the driver's intentions, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will secure the tail lights using the correct anchorage hardware.
- Electrical#2017651
212 units affected
On certain motorhomes, there may be a loose electrical connection to the automatic transfer switch (ATS) that was not properly tightened. If the power connection is loose, it could result in a build up of heat at the connection, which could increase the risk of fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect the electrical connections and perform repairs as necessary.
- Accessories#2017635
3,664 units affected
On certain motorhomes equipped with Kidde fire extinguishers with black plastic handles and valves, the fire extinguishers may become clogged or require excessive force to activate. Also, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury, and fail to discharge. In case of fire, failure of the extinguisher to function could result in injury and/or property damage. Correction: Owners will be provided with instructions on how to inspect the fire extinguisher to see if it is recalled. Replacement fire extinguishers will be supplied by Kidde directly. Note: For more information about recalled fire extinguishers, please visit <a href="https://inmarmarketaction.com/kidde/Kidde284CA/">www.kidde.com</a>.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
U.S. NHTSA recalls
00No recalls found for this make, model, and year.
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, or to book the work, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada
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