2017 NEWMAR KING AIRE
11 recalls — 1 complaints — 36 TSBs
25V431000 Jun 27, 2025
STRUCTURE
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2023-2024 London Aire, Essex, and 2016-2024 King Aire motorhomes. The baggage door skins may come loose and separate from the door frame.
Consequence
A detached door skin can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and add fasteners and adhesive the door as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 619 RSB.
17V830000 Dec 19, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2018 Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, Canyon Star, Dutch Star, Essex, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, New Aire, Ventana and Ventana LE motorhomes. These vehicles may have a loose power connection at the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS)... Read more
Consequence
The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electrical connection at the ATS, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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
17V229000 Apr 4, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017 King Aire motorhomes. The seals on the headlight harness connectors may not be properly seated, allowing water to enter the connector. As a result, the glass dash display may switch to the turn signal camera mode causing the dash to show the tu... Read more
Consequence
If the driver cannot see the speedometer and RPM displays, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reseat the seals as needed, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2017. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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
16V848000 Nov 23, 2016
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:FLASHER UNIT
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 King Aire motorhomes manufactured January 22, 2016, to October 19, 2016. Water may leak into the turn signal module. If the module is wet while the headlights are on, the glass dash display may switch to the turn signal camera mode c... Read more
Consequence
If the driver cannot see the speedometer and RPM displays, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective module with a new module that is waterproof, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2017. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
16V810000 Nov 8, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, London Aire, Essex, and King Aire motorhomes manufactured May 12, 2016, to September 22, 2016 and built on a Spartan Motors chassis. The throttle circuit wires on the affected vehicles may not have been be t... Read more
Consequence
Unintended deceleration or acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will install an overlay harness with twisted wires, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V-776.
16V768000 Oct 21, 2016
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 London Aire, Essex, and King Aire motorhomes manufactured December 9, 2015, to September 26, 2016. The hydraulic entry step controller may not be functioning as designed and may allow the steps to retract unexpectedly.
Consequence
The steps can retract without warning, causing someone using the steps to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steps and update the controller software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
16V756000 Oct 19, 2016
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 King Aire motorhomes manufactured January 22, 2016, to October 4, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with WABCO OnGuard collision mitigation radar which may have been mounted upside down on the front lower bumper, resulting in d... Read more
Consequence
If the collision mitigation radar has reduced performance, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will check the orientation of the OnGuard radar and, if necessary, correct the orientation, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
16V715000 Oct 6, 2016
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 Newmar King Aire, Essex, London Aire, and Mountain Aire motorhomes manufactured May 12, 2016, to August 23, 2016 and built on a Spartan Motors chassis. The affected vehicles have a power steering pump that may have an occasional loss ... Read more
Consequence
An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan Motors dealers will replace the power steering pump, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan Motors customer service at 1-800-543-4277 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 1... Read more
16V512000 Jul 6, 2016
STRUCTURE
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, London Aire, Essex, and King Aire motorhomes manufactured December 4, 2015, to July 5, 2016. The affected vehicles have front fascia wood trim that may separate from the slide out and possibly contact the dr... Read more
Consequence
If the fascia separates and contacts the driver or a passenger, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will secure the trim with screws, free of charge. The recall began on August 16, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 1 |
ENGINE
Nov 16, 2018
Incident date: Oct 28, 2018
MY COACH HAS NO THROTTLE REPOSE AFTER ENGINE BRAKE ENGAGES ? SO WHAT HAPPENS IS WHEN YOU SLOW DOWN ENGINE BRAKE WORKS FINE BUT WHEN YOU HIT THE THROTTLE TO GO THERE IS NO POWER JUST RPM GOES UP ? THE ONLY WAY TO GET POWER IS TURN OFF ENGINE BRAKE ON THE DASH THEN IT GOES FINE. . THIS DOES NOT HAPPEN... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2017 NEWMAR KING AIRE
36 manufacturer communications from 22 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 4 |
| 354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL | 4 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 4 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 1 |
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 541
Mar 25, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Some coaches equipped with both the SilverLeaf system and a TRC transfer switch (model 40350RVC-40350RVC3) may receive a warning on the SilverLeaf touchscreen that reads a??transfer switch 0-0 failure unknown.a?? This is a false warning cau
PIB 541
Mar 25, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some coaches equipped with both the SilverLeaf system and a TRC transfer switch (model 40350RVC-40350RVC3) may receive a warning on the SilverLeaf touchscreen that reads a??transfer switch 0-0 failure unknown.a?? This is a false warning cau
PIB 539
Jan 29, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
The driver console USB port to the Xite G3 system may not function properly when plugged into the USB dongle on the Xite G3 system.
PIB 539
Jan 29, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The driver console USB port to the Xite G3 system may not function properly when plugged into the USB dongle on the Xite G3 system.
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 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 527
Sep 24, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
If a customer complains about their satellite, this product improvement bulletin may be helpful. This will only apply to coaches equipped with an HDMI/ CAT6 splitter AND the customer has installed a Geni-type satellite receiver. In this sce
PIB 527
Sep 24, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
If a customer complains about their satellite, this product improvement bulletin may be helpful. This will only apply to coaches equipped with an HDMI/ CAT6 splitter AND the customer has installed a Geni-type satellite receiver. In this sce
PIB 527
Sep 24, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
If a customer complains about their satellite, this product improvement bulletin may be helpful. This will only apply to coaches equipped with an HDMI/ CAT6 splitter AND the customer has installed a Geni-type satellite receiver. In this sce
PIB 527
Sep 24, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
If a customer complains about their satellite, this product improvement bulletin may be helpful. This will only apply to coaches equipped with an HDMI/ CAT6 splitter AND the customer has installed a Geni-type satellite receiver. In this sce
PIB 529
Aug 14, 2018
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This bulletin was created to inform dealers and techs that an updated linkage is available that provides a remedy for binding linkages to the power actuator. This issue often creates difficulty when locking or unlocking the compartment door
RSB 506
Jan 18, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes. Issue: On certain motorhomes, there may be a loose electrical connection to the automatic transfer switch (ATS) that was not prope
TSB 490
Dec 14, 2017
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Newmar has decided to install an override switch for the HWH step to provide a way to operate the step from inside the coach in the event of a sensor or door switch failure. In the event of a step failure, the person(s) inside the coach wo
TSB 498
Dec 14, 2017
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Newmar has decided to incorporate a system reset switch for coaches equipped with HWH hydraulic entrance steps. The switch has been added to the front overhead cabinet during production on later 2018 models. If the HWH system fails to oper
TSB 498
Dec 14, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Newmar has decided to incorporate a system reset switch for coaches equipped with HWH hydraulic entrance steps. The switch has been added to the front overhead cabinet during production on later 2018 models. If the HWH system fails to oper
TSB 498
Dec 14, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Newmar has decided to incorporate a system reset switch for coaches equipped with HWH hydraulic entrance steps. The switch has been added to the front overhead cabinet during production on later 2018 models. If the HWH system fails to oper
TSB 490
Dec 14, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Newmar has decided to install an override switch for the HWH step to provide a way to operate the step from inside the coach in the event of a sensor or door switch failure. In the event of a step failure, the person(s) inside the coach wo
TSB 490
Dec 14, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Newmar has decided to install an override switch for the HWH step to provide a way to operate the step from inside the coach in the event of a sensor or door switch failure. In the event of a step failure, the person(s) inside the coach wo
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
TSB 491
Sep 28, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SilverLeaf has determined that, in some cases, the TM102 Coach Management module (between version 3.38 and 3.42) may not communicate with the engine computer using the 500k baud rate. In response, Newmar has issued TSB 491. Issue: During
TSB 491
Sep 28, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SilverLeaf has determined that, in some cases, the TM102 Coach Management module (between version 3.38 and 3.42) may not communicate with the engine computer using the 500k baud rate. In response, Newmar has issued TSB 491. Issue: During
16V512
Aug 23, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mailing second notice on not corrected customer letters on NHTSA Recall: Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes. NHTSA#: 16V 512 TC#: 2016-376 Issue: On certain
16V512
Aug 23, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
Mailing second notice on not corrected customer letters on NHTSA Recall: Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes. NHTSA#: 16V 512 TC#: 2016-376 Issue: On certain
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
PIB 478
Apr 21, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
This PIB has been created to note the work instructions contained within the Newgle site for installing a super structure to reinforce an HWH slideout wall.
RSB 476
Apr 21, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes. NHTSA# 17V 229 TC# 2017-192 Issue: On certain motorhomes, the seals of the six position connectors on the headlight wiring harnes
RSB 476
Apr 21, 2017
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes. NHTSA# 17V 229 TC# 2017-192 Issue: On certain motorhomes, the seals of the six position connectors on the headlight wiring harnes
RSB 473
Dec 15, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific 2017 King Aire motorhomes. NHTSA # 16v 848 On certain motorhomes, the turn signal module may allow water inside the cover. If the module becom
RSB 473
Dec 15, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific 2017 King Aire motorhomes. NHTSA # 16v 848 On certain motorhomes, the turn signal module may allow water inside the cover. If the module becom
RSB 470
Dec 9, 2016
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes. NHTSA # 16v 756 On certain motorhomes, the WABCO OnGuard Radar may have been mounted upside down in the front lower bumper. If t
RSB 471
Dec 8, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes. NHTSA # 16v 768 TC # 2016-524 On certain motorhomes, the HWH hydraulic entry step controller is not functioning as designed and m
TSB 464
Oct 21, 2016
010000 STEERING
ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES, THE POWER STEERING PUMP MAY HAVE AN UNDERSIZED BORE IN THE SPOOL HOUSING. THIS MAY CAUSE THE SPOOL TO STICK RESULTING IN REDUCED POWER STEERING FLUID FLOW, WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER STEERING.
TSB 462
Aug 18, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES MANUFACTURED BY NEWMAR CORPORATION, THE INTERIOR REAR SLIDEOUT FASCIA WOOD TRIM HAS THE POTENTIAL TO SEPARATE FROM THE SLIDEOUT. IF THE FASCIA SEPERATES FROM THE SLIDEOUT IT COULD POSSIBILY DAMAGE THE FASCIA OR SURROUN
RSB 461
Aug 18, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES MANUFACTURED BY NEWMAR CORPORATION, THE INTERIOR FRONT SLIDEOUT FASCIA WOOD TRIM HAS THE POTENTIAL TO SEPARATE FROM THE SLIDEOUT. IF THE FASCIA TRIM SEPARATES FROM THE SLIDEOUT IT COULD POSSIBLY MAKE CONTACT WITH THE
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
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