2015 NEWMAR KING AIRE
9 recalls — 0 complaints — 34 TSBs
17V809000 Dec 15, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
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 c... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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 i... Read more
17V378000 Jun 14, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
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.
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.
17V195000 Mar 22, 2017
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dutch Star, 2016-2018 Mountain Aire and London Aire, and 2012-2018 Essex and King Aire motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a par... Read more
Consequence
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan service centers will remove, clean, apply thread locker, reinstall and torqued the ball joints, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 3, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-4277 to locate a qualified service center or contact Newmar ... Read more
16V501000 Jul 5, 2016
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1998-2010 Dutch Star, 2008 Kountry Star, 2008-2009 All Star and Ventana, 2009-2010 Dutch Aire, 2014-2015 King Aire and 2015 Essex motorhomes, built on a Spartan Motors chassis. In the affected vehicles, the flexible exhaust tube may tear a... Read more
Consequence
If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect the alignment of the tubes, correcting them and replacing any that are torn. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan cus... Read more
15V492000 Aug 5, 2015
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Essex and King Aire vehicles manufactured March 7, 2014, to June 15, 2015, and 2016 Mountain Aire vehicles manufactured March 9, 2015, to June 5, 2015. The control module for the air suspension may experience a loss of power resul... Read more
Consequence
If the ride height of the suspension is less than specified ride height the vehicle may be difficult to control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners and Spartan Motors will repair the motor homes free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
15V411000 Jun 30, 2015
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 King Aire and Essex vehicles manufactured from March 13, 2014, and May 13, 2015, and model year 2016 Mountain Aire vehicles manufactured from March 17, 2015, through April 17, 2015. The affected vehicles, built on a Spartan Chass... Read more
Consequence
If the fasteners loosen, the stay rod may disconnect from the rear axle, allowing the rear axle to move freely, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners on behalf of Newmar, and dealers will replace the fasteners using thread lock, tightening them in the proper sequence and with the required torque values, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or S... Read more
15V375000 Jun 15, 2015
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER,BRACKET
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015 Essex and King Aire vehicles manufactured March 26, 2014, to December 4, 2014. The affected vehicles have tag axle suspension hangers that may move, allowing the tag axle assembly to shift off center.
Consequence
If the tag axle moves off center, vehicle handling may suddenly be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar has notified owners, and dealers will weld the tag axle suspension hangers to the chassis frame, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
15V149000 Mar 16, 2015
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 King Aire, Essex, London Aire, and Mountain Aire motor homes manufactured November 26, 2013, to November 11, 2014. The wiper blades may separate from the wiper arm connectors, especially when the wipers are used at the high speed... Read more
Consequence
If the wiper blades separate from the wiper arms, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
15V061000 Feb 3, 2015
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALVE
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Newmar King Aire, and Essex vehicles manufactured December 9, 2013, to December 16, 2014, equipped with certain Wabco Quick Release Valves with Double Check. In the affected valves, the rubber diaphragm may be damaged by sharp ed... Read more
Consequence
The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the valve, free of charge. The recall began on February 26, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2015 NEWMAR KING AIRE
34 manufacturer communications from 23 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL | 4 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 4 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 2 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 2 |
TSB466Amended
Jan 3, 2022
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Check for proper torque of all mounting bolts on all electric slideout motors. If any bolt is under- torqued, remove the bolt, and add blue LOCTITEA? thread sealant to the bolt threads. If there is no washer on the nut side of the bolt, add
TSB472Amended
Jan 3, 2022
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Check for proper torque of all mounting bolts on all electric slideout motors. If any bolt is under- torqued, remove the bolt, and add blue LOCTITEA? thread sealant to the bolt threads. If there is no washer on the nut side of the bolt, add
PIB 538
Dec 18, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Newmar has made a change to the water pump circuit fuse on certain coaches to improve customer experience. In most cases, the 10 amp fuse installed by the factory is sufficient. However, some coaches equipped with a ShurFlo water pump (Newm
PIB 538
Dec 18, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Newmar has made a change to the water pump circuit fuse on certain coaches to improve customer experience. In most cases, the 10 amp fuse installed by the factory is sufficient. However, some coaches equipped with a ShurFlo water pump (Newm
PIB 494
Sep 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
If the coach's HWH leveling system has intermittent issues when operating, check for corrosion or loose mounting bolts. Torque the mounting bolts (if needed) to 30 ft. pounds. A ground cable may also be installed to improve the overall grou
15V808
Aug 25, 2017
351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Mailing second notice on not corrected customer letters on NHTSA Recall: Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motor homes. Issue: Certain motorhomes may have a defective refriger
RSB482
Jul 20, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Spartan Motors has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes built on Spartan chassis. In response, Newmar is issuing recall NHTSA# 17v 378 and TC#2017-304. On certain motorhomes, the retaining ri
RSB482
Jul 20, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Spartan Motors has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes built on Spartan chassis. In response, Newmar is issuing recall NHTSA# 17v 378 and TC#2017-304. On certain motorhomes, the retaining ri
RSB 477
Apr 27, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
Spartan Motors USA, Inc. has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motor homes built on Spartan chassis. In response, Newmar Corporation is publishing the following recall: NHTSA #17V 195 TC #2017-162. Is
TSB 466
Oct 14, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEWMAR CORPORATION HAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SLIDEOUT MOTOR MOUNTING BOLTS ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES MAY HAVE BEEN UNDER-TORQUED. ISSUE: LOOSE MOUNTING BOLTS MAY CAUSE NOISE, AND MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE SLIDEOUT MOTOR HOUSING.
RSB 460
Aug 18, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SPARTAN MOTORS HAS DECIDED THAT A DEFECT WHICH RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS IN SPECIFIC MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON SPARTAN CHASSIS AND IN RESPONSE NEWMAR IS PUBLISHING RECALL NHTSA# 16V 501 TC# 2016-342. ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES, THE EXHA
TSB 454
May 31, 2016
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
NEWMAR CORPORATION HAS DECIDED THAT A DEFECT RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS IN SPECIFIC MOTORHOMES. THIS RECALL IS THE RESULT OF INFORMATION PROVIDED TO US BY DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC. NHTSA#16V 252, TC#2016-205 ON CERTAIN
PIB 448
Apr 4, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
INFORMATION HOW TO REGROUND SHADES IF THEY JUMP WHEN OPERATING ALL SHADES.
TSB 428R
Jan 19, 2016
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
THIS TSB IS CREATED TO NOTIFY DEALERS OF A CHANGE ITC MADE TO THE LEAD SOLDER IN THE RECESSED LIGHTING TO MAKE IT MORE ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY. THIS CHANGE CAUSED AN ISSUE IN ITC?S LED RECESSED LIGHTS WITH A MANUFACTURED DATE CODES IN THE
PIB 433
Oct 20, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This PIB has been created to inform Newmar dealers that power lock actuators for baggage doors (part # 66214 and part # 123822) are now obsolete. The new part (# 024193) is a replacement for both of the obsolete parts and will mount the sam
TSB 427
Sep 1, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. has decided a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain motor home chassis. Newmar has provided the list of coaches affected by this Spartan Recall. NHTSA # 15V 492 TC# 2015-345. The contro
TSB 427
Sep 1, 2015
021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. has decided a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain motor home chassis. Newmar has provided the list of coaches affected by this Spartan Recall. NHTSA # 15V 492 TC# 2015-345. The contro
TSB 421
Jul 23, 2015
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. has released a Recall Spartan NHTSA # 15V-388, TC # 2015 283. Certain 2015- 2016 model units on Spartan K3 Chassis are affected. Fasteners that attach the stay rod to the rear drive axle may not have been instal
TSB 421
Jul 23, 2015
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. has released a Recall Spartan NHTSA # 15V-388, TC # 2015 283. Certain 2015- 2016 model units on Spartan K3 Chassis are affected. Fasteners that attach the stay rod to the rear drive axle may not have been instal
TSB 419
Jul 23, 2015
020000 SUSPENSION
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain K3 model motor home chassis equipped with a tag axle suspension supplied by Reyco Granning. Issue: The tag axle suspension hange
TSB 419
Jul 23, 2015
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain K3 model motor home chassis equipped with a tag axle suspension supplied by Reyco Granning. Issue: The tag axle suspension hange
PIB 41
Jul 8, 2015
190000 TIRES
This PIB created to inform our dealers. To perform changes to base line tire pressure settings, change tire locations, program for a new tire sensor or program a new Valor Canbus Transceiver Module. You will need this tool. Valor smart tool
PIB 41
Jul 8, 2015
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
This PIB created to inform our dealers. To perform changes to base line tire pressure settings, change tire locations, program for a new tire sensor or program a new Valor Canbus Transceiver Module. You will need this tool. Valor smart tool
PIB 41
Jul 8, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
This PIB created to inform our dealers. To perform changes to base line tire pressure settings, change tire locations, program for a new tire sensor or program a new Valor Canbus Transceiver Module. You will need this tool. Valor smart tool
TSB 418
Jul 6, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Certain Newmar units are equipped with Automotion shades. Attached is information you will need. This will apply when replacing the (old) 5 wire shade motors or changing complete shade when existing (old) shade is 5 wire and new shade motor
PIB 40
Jul 6, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
This PIB was created to inform our dealers. To set up and troubleshoot Xanterx inverters installed on 2015 King Aire units a Remote Panel is needed. This Remote can be purchased through Newmar parts department.
TSB 423
Jun 24, 2015
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Xite Solutions TSB # 03-2015-001 The XSG2NA-X2 In Dash Infotainment Radio may enter into a reset cycle do to a possible high temperature protection. To identify the condition and affected product, the display screen will briefly turn white
TSB 423
Jun 24, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Xite Solutions TSB # 03-2015-001 The XSG2NA-X2 In Dash Infotainment Radio may enter into a reset cycle do to a possible high temperature protection. To identify the condition and affected product, the display screen will briefly turn white
TSB 414
Apr 14, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Following notification from Spartan Motors Inc., Newmar has determined that a potential hazard exists in certain motor homes. On certain vehicles equipped with a Wabco quick release with double check valves, used to control park/spring bra
TSB 414
Apr 14, 2015
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Following notification from Spartan Motors Inc., Newmar has determined that a potential hazard exists in certain motor homes. On certain vehicles equipped with a Wabco quick release with double check valves, used to control park/spring bra
TSB 416
Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motor homes. AM Equipment Frameless style windshield wiper blades P/N 302-2320 supplied for Newmar coaches may separate from wiper arm con
TSB 416
Apr 10, 2015
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motor homes. AM Equipment Frameless style windshield wiper blades P/N 302-2320 supplied for Newmar coaches may separate from wiper arm con
PIB 37
Aug 29, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
PRODUCT INFORMATION: EXPLANATION FOR SLIDEOUT ROLLER PADS. THESE SLIDEOUT ROLLER PADS ARE MEANT TO HELP PROTECT FLOORS FROM SLIDEOUT ROLLER MARKS DURING TRANSIT. NO
PIB 37
Aug 29, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT INFORMATION: EXPLANATION FOR SLIDEOUT ROLLER PADS. THESE SLIDEOUT ROLLER PADS ARE MEANT TO HELP PROTECT FLOORS FROM SLIDEOUT ROLLER MARKS DURING TRANSIT. NO
NEWMAR KING AIRE — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NEWMAR KING AIRE across all model years (2008–2024).
95
Total Recalls
9
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
NEWMAR KING AIRE — Year by Year
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