NEWMAR NEW AIRE (2021) recall — Steering
Newmar recalls 2021-2022 motorhomes for potential steering column bolt looseness causing loss of steering control. Owners must have dealers inspect and tighten bolts free of charge.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Newmar is recalling certain 2021-2022 motorhomes due to a potential steering column bolt that may have loosened, risking loss of steering control. This could lead to a crash if the steering becomes unresponsive. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80605-newmar-2021-motorhomes-steering-control-risk-recall.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80605-newmar-2021-motorhomes-steering-control-risk-recall · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V166000
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“Newmar 2021 Motorhomes: Steering Control Risk - Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80605-newmar-2021-motorhomes-steering-control-risk-recall. Based on NHTSA recall #22V166000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V166000).
Why it’s dangerous
The upper bolt connecting the steering column may not have been properly tightened, causing the nut to loosen off the bolt. This can lead to loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of Newmar 2021-2022 motorhomes (New Aire, Essex, King Aire, Ventana, Kountry Star, London Aire, Dutch Star, Mountain Aire) are affected. Drivers of these motorhomes are most at risk if the steering becomes unresponsive.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your motorhome was manufactured in 2021 or 2022 and is one of the Newmar models listed. The recall was notified to owners via mail on May 16, 2022.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Dealer for Inspection
Dealers will inspect and tighten the upper and lower bolts as necessary at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will inspect and tighten the upper and lower bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The upper bolt connecting the steering column may not have been properly tightened, causing the nut to loosen off the bolt, potentially resulting in loss of steering control.
How can I check if my motorhome is affected?
Check if your motorhome was manufactured in 2021 or 2022 and is one of the Newmar models listed: New Aire, Essex, King Aire, Ventana, Kountry Star, London Aire, Dutch Star, Mountain Aire.
What should I do if my motorhome is affected?
Dealers will inspect and tighten the upper and lower bolts as necessary at no cost. Contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300 for assistance.
Contact Newmar
We’ve drafted a message you can send Newmar to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V166000 — Newmar Newmar Hello, I own a Newmar that is covered by recall 22V166000 from Newmar. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect and tighten the upper and lower bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #22V166000 (March 17, 2022)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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