2007 Newmar Essex Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Essex years
- Not enough data 1st of 22 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2007 Newmar Essex. That is the most of any Essex model year in the database (22 years). The most reported problem area is visibility/wiper (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 50,000 miles. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Newmar Essex problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 100% | 50,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2007 Newmar Essex recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment
Problem: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling various 1995-2018 motorhomes. A list of the affected vehicles available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V809-2309.pdf. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Newmar will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information or owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791. Newmar's number for this recall is 17E-062.
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Problem: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Essex motorhomes manufactured March 24, 2003, to March 7, 2007, and 2005-2007 London Aire motorhomes manufactured May 30, 2005, to October 23, 2006, and 2007-2008 Mountain Aire motorhomes manufactured January 19, 2006, to February 27, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the engine cooling fan may separate from the fan drive while the fan is spinning.
Risk: If the engine area is open and the cooling fan and detaches, someone nearby may be injured.
Fix: Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will replace the fan and fan drive system, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar service department at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan Chassis at 1-800-543-4277.
Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Problem: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Mountain Aire motorhomes manufactured October 16, 2006, to July 24, 2007, 2007-2008 Essex motorhomes manufactured November 1, 2006, to May 24, 2007 and 2007-2008 Dutch Star motorhomes manufactured October 12, 2006, to June 29, 2007. The affected vehicles have tag axles with wheel bearings that may be adjusted too tight, resulting in their overheating during use.
Risk: If the wheel bearings overheat, there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.
Fix: Newmar will notfy owners, and Spartan dealers will check the wheel end bearings for appropriate end play, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's recall number is 15V-548.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer
Problem: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Bay Star, Ventana VT/VL, Dutch Aire, Dutch Star, All-Star, Mountain Aire, and Essex motorhomes manufactured January 16, 2007, to May 24, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the circuit breaker for the refrigerator heated water line may be incorrect for the amperage draw.
Risk: A circuit breaker that is incorrectly rated for the amperage need increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorhome and verify that the circuit breaker rating is correct for the amperage draw, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2014. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Equipment
Problem: Newmar is recalling certain recreational trailers equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts. The plug in remote control receiver for the fireplace can overheat.
Risk: An overheated receiver could cause a fire.
Fix: Newmar is working with dimplex and dimplex will provide owners a free replacement plug-in remote control kit. The safety recall began on april 6, 2011. Owners may contact dimplex north america customer service at 1-888-346-7539.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving on i-5 doing approximately 55 mph the front privacy shade unravelled and completely blocked the drivers forward visibility. I pulled off to the side of the interstate rolled up the shade and duct taped it to the front tv. Once i had my winter destination i contacted newmar and i was…
Other Newmar Essex years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Essex | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 Essex | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 Essex | 0 | 4 |
| 2021 Essex | 1 | 6 |
| 2020 Essex | 0 | 8 |
| 2019 Essex | 1 | 14 |
| 2018 Essex | 0 | 17 |
| 2017 Essex | 0 | 9 |
| 2016 Essex | 0 | 7 |
| 2015 Essex | 1 | 14 |
| 2014 Essex | 0 | 13 |
| 2013 Essex | 0 | 8 |
| 2012 Essex | 0 | 7 |
| 2011 Essex | 0 | 3 |
| 2010 Essex | 0 | 3 |
| 2009 Essex | 0 | 3 |
| 2008 Essex | 0 | 3 |
| 2007 | 1 | 5 |
| 2006 Essex | 0 | 3 |
| 2005 Essex | 0 | 7 |
| 2004 Essex | 0 | 9 |
| 2003 Essex | 0 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Newmar Essex?
Owners most often report visibility/wiper problems. The top one, visibility/wiper, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Newmar Essex?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 Newmar Essex a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Essex model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.