2006 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
3 recalls, 0 complaints - 10 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
08V366000 Jul 17, 2008
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Defect Description
NEWMAR IS RECALLING 772 MY 2004-2005 AMERICAN STAR, KOUNTRY AIRE, MOUNTAIN AIRE, MY 2003-2006 KOUNTRY STAR, MY 2007 X-AIRE FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS; MY 2007 BAY STAR, MY 2004-2007 KOUNTRY STAR, MY 2004-2006 MOUNTAIN AIRE, MY 2003-2005 SCOTTSDALE CLASS A MOTOR HOMES; AND MY 2004-2006 DUTCH STAR, MY 2003-... Read more
Consequence
IF THIS SOLUTION IS EXPOSED TO AN IGNITION SOURCE UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES, IT CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
NEWMAR IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE INC. TO MANAGE THIS CAMPAIGN. STERICYCLE WILL ASSIST T... Read more
06V280000 Jul 26, 2006
STEERING
Defect Description
CERTAIN CHASSIS MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH INCORRECT STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFTS. THE SPLINE CAN STRIP WHILE THE STEERING WHEEL IS BEING TURNED.
Consequence
THIS STEERING CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
WORKHORSE IS CONDUCTING THIS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 06V148). THEY WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 1-877-294-6773 OR NEWMAR AT 574-773-7791.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2006 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
10 manufacturer communications from 9 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 126000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL | 1 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| 015300 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID | 1 |
| 150000 SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 1 |
| 010000 STEERING | 1 |
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 439
Jan 11, 2016
010000 STEERING
NEWMAR CORPORATION HAS DECIDED THAT A DEFECT RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS IN SPECIFIC MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON SPARTAN CHASSIS. THIS RECALL IS THE RESULT OF INFORMATION PROVIDED TO NEWMAR BY SPARTAN MOTORS. NHTSA # 15V 829 TC # 2015-
TSB-396
Nov 2, 2012
020000 SUSPENSION
NEWMAR CORP.: ON SOME MANUFACTURED CHASSIS, THE RATIO VALVE CONTROL PORT DIAPHRAGMS, AIR IS ESCAPING AND THERE MAY EXIST A POTENTIAL DEFECT. MODELS 2004-2012 KING AIRE, MOUNTAIN AIRE, ESSEX. *PE
TSB-372
Apr 30, 2010
150000 SEAT BELTS
NEWMAR CORP.: FAILED AMSAFE SEAT BELTS BEING RETURNED TO NEWMAR FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE. PLEASE NOTE THAT WHEN CHANGING OUT WARRANTY AMSAFE SEAT BELTS, BOTH HARNESS STRAP WITH CLIP AND BUCKLE PORTION WILL NEED TO BE RETURNED. ALL MOTORIZED
344
Jun 4, 2008
351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
NEWMAR CORPORATION: ALL MOTORIZED EQUIPPED WITH NORCOLD REFER. CHANGE COOLING UNIT HEATING ELEMENT VENDORS; THERE IS A NEW STYLE ELECTRIC HEATING ELEMENT THAT MUST BE USED IN CERTAIN NEW COOLING UNITS. *PE
343
Jun 2, 2008
350000 EQUIPMENT
NEWMAR CORPORATION: ALL MOTORIZED RV. A THERMAL LIMIT SWITCH IS ADDED TO CERTAIN 1200 LR, 1200 LRIM, AND 1201 LRIM REFRIGERATORS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE EXCESS OR OVERHEATING CONDITIONS IN THE HEATER AREA OF THE COOLING UNIT TO EXCEED A CERTA
343
Jun 2, 2008
351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
NEWMAR CORPORATION: ALL MOTORIZED RV. A THERMAL LIMIT SWITCH IS ADDED TO CERTAIN 1200 LR, 1200 LRIM, AND 1201 LRIM REFRIGERATORS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE EXCESS OR OVERHEATING CONDITIONS IN THE HEATER AREA OF THE COOLING UNIT TO EXCEED A CERTA
341
May 23, 2008
015300 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID
STEERING GEAR SEAL LEAKS FLUID. *PE
337
Mar 24, 2008
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
DISCOLORATION IN THE REFRIGERATOR ENCLOSURE WALL ADJACENT TO THE FLUE EXHAUST ON NORCOLD 1200LR REFRIGERATORS. CONCERN IS THAT THE DISCOLORATION IS DUE TO EXPOSURE TO HEAT FROM THE FLUE. *NJ
306
Dec 6, 2006
126000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
OPTICAL WARNING DEVICES - TURN SIGNAL STALK OPERATION IS AWKWARD. SPARTAN CAMPAIGN TSB06-540-0002 MH586. *NJ
NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE across all model years (1991, 2023).
193
Total Recalls
80
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
4
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 5 | 2 | View |
| 2021 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 15 | 7 | View |
| 2018 | 16 | 1 | View |
| 2017 | 11 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 6 | 1 | View |
| 2014 | 9 | 1 | View |
| 2013 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 1 | View |
| 2007 | 6 | 1 | View |
| 2006 (current) | 3 | 0 | |
| 2005 | 9 | 5 | View |
| 2004 | 11 | 7 | View |
| 2003 | 13 | 10 | View |
| 2002 | 11 | 8 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 9 | View |
| 2000 | 7 | 15 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 1 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 2 | View |
| 1997 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 4 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 4 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 1 | View |