2014 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
9 recalls, 1 complaints - 18 TSBs
18V198000 Mar 27, 2018
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Newmar Ventana, 2011-2017 Newmar Dutch Star, and 2011-2014 Newmar Mountain Aire vehicles, built on Freightliner XBR chassis and equipped with Cummins ISL engines. The power steering hose on the affected vehicles may be routed incorrectly, a... Read more
Consequence
If the power steering hose contacts the power stud causing a power steering fluid leak, additional steering effort may be needed increasing the risk of a crash or an electrical arc may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will reroute the power steering hose, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is FL-762.
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
17V497000 Aug 9, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014 Moutain Aire and 2014-2017 Dutch Star recreational vehicles built on Freightliner XCR chassis manufactured by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). These chassis have a battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a re... Read more
Consequence
A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2017. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-... Read more
16V478000 Jun 28, 2016
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star and Mountain Aire and 2015-2016 London Aire and Essex motorhomes manufactured January 28, 2013, to December 14, 2015 and built on a Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) chassis. The throttle pedal position sensor on the... Read more
Consequence
A sudden loss of an engine brake without warning on a motorhome may lead to a reduced brake capacity, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will replace the throttle pedal, free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar Customer Service Department at 1-800-731-8300 or Daimler Trucks North America LLC at 1-800-547-0712, or by e-mail at DTNA.Warranty.Campaigns@Da... Read more
16V252000 Apr 28, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Essex, and 2015-2016 London Aire vehicles manufactured March 27, 2013, to October 16, 2015 and built on a Freightliner chassis. On certain recreational vehicles built with a heavier, adjustable foot ped... Read more
Consequence
If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain engaged depending on brake configuration of the trailer. As a result, the brakes would drag and possibly overheat potentially resulting in ... Read more
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will modify the affected assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Freightliner/Daimler Trucks North America LLC at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this reca... Read more
15V808000 Dec 1, 2015
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 King Aire, 2009-2014 Essex, 2011-2015 Mountain Aire, Ventana, and Dutch Star, 2012-2014 Ventana LE, 2012-2015 Canyon Star, and 2015 London Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with refrigerator door latches that ma... Read more
Consequence
If an individual climbed into the refrigerator and the door inadvertently latched, the person would not be able to open the door, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a new replacement door latch that will not automatically latch, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
15V803000 Nov 30, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ventana and Dutch Star motorhomes and model year 2014 Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes manufactured May 31, 2015, to January 21, 2015. The affected vehicles have cargo door lock actuators that may overheat and melt the actuator... Read more
Consequence
A door lock actuator that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a new low voltage disconnect module and wire harness for the door lock actuator, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. 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.
14V098000 Mar 4, 2014
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Bay Star Sport, Bay Star, Canyon Star, Ventana LE, Ventana, Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, and Essex recreational vehicles manufactured February 18, 2013, through November 15, 2013, and equipped with Frigidaire KG series microwaves. ... Read more
Consequence
If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners and dealers. The recall began on April 17, 2014. Owners may contact Newmar at 1-800-731-8300.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 18, 2021
Incident date: May 21, 2018
WHILE DRIVING DURING A RAIN STORM, ON I90 IN ILLINOIS, WITH A STRONG CROSS WIND THE DRIVER'S WIPER WAS BLOWN TO THE LEFT SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD AND BECAME STUCK LEAVING ME WITH VERY LIMITED VISIBILITY. ONCE THIS HAPPENS THE WIPER ARM MUST BE REPLACED. THIS HAS OCCURRED TWO MORE TIMES.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2014 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
18 manufacturer communications from 13 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 1 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 1 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| 125000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | 1 |
| 185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL | 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
RSB 488
Sep 20, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Daimler Trucks North America has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes built on Freightliner chassis (NHTSA# 17V 451). In response, Newmar has filed recall NHTSA# 17V 497 and TC# 2017-389. Iss
RSB 488
Sep 20, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
Daimler Trucks North America has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes built on Freightliner chassis (NHTSA# 17V 451). In response, Newmar has filed recall NHTSA# 17V 497 and TC# 2017-389. Iss
RSB 488
Sep 20, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
Daimler Trucks North America has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes built on Freightliner chassis (NHTSA# 17V 451). In response, Newmar has filed recall NHTSA# 17V 497 and TC# 2017-389. Iss
RSB 488
Sep 20, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Daimler Trucks North America has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes built on Freightliner chassis (NHTSA# 17V 451). In response, Newmar has filed recall NHTSA# 17V 497 and TC# 2017-389. Iss
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
15V803
Aug 22, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 motor homes. NHTSA# 15V 803, TC# 2015- 562 Issue: On certain m
15V803
Aug 22, 2017
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
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 motor homes. NHTSA# 15V 803, TC# 2015- 562 Issue: On certain m
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 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
TSB 447
Jan 12, 2016
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
NEWMAR CORPORATION HAS DECIDED THAT A DEFECT RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS IN SPECIFIC MOTOR HOMES. NHTSA#: 15V 803 TC#: 2015- 562 ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES, THE CARGO DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR ON THE BAGGAGE DOORS COULD OVERHEAT DUE TO A F
TSB 441
Jan 5, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
NEWMAR CORPORATION HAS DECIDED THAT A DEFECT RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS IN SPECIFIC MOTOR HOMES. CERTAIN MOTORHOMES MAY HAVE A DEFECTIVE REFRIGERATOR TRAVEL LATCH THAT MAY ACTIVATE WITHOUT THE USER?S KNOWLEDGE WHEN THE DOORS
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 420
Jul 23, 2015
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Freightliner SS# 468987 Brake Lights Stay Illuminated on RV Chassis Applicable Vehicles: Certain Newmar Units built on Freightliner RV Chassis with Adjustable Pedals Only, Built prior to June 1st 2015 Symptoms: Cruise control intermit
TSB 420
Jul 23, 2015
125000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Freightliner SS# 468987 Brake Lights Stay Illuminated on RV Chassis Applicable Vehicles: Certain Newmar Units built on Freightliner RV Chassis with Adjustable Pedals Only, Built prior to June 1st 2015 Symptoms: Cruise control intermit
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
TSB 409
Oct 1, 2014
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
THIS TSB IS TO DOCUMENT THE CORRECT BATTERY STUD CONNECTIONS ON THE FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS IN THE LEFT FRONT COMPARTMENT ON THE PASS-THROUGH BATTERY AND GROUND STUDS. THE CORRECT ORIENTATION OF THE BATTERY CABLES ON THE PASS-THROUGH STUDS IS
TSB 408
Apr 17, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN FEBRUARY 18, 2013 AND NOVEMBER 15, 2013, EQUIPPED WITH FRIGIDAIRE KG SERIES MICROWAVES, A DEFECT IN THE MICROWAVE OVEN KEYPAD COULD CAUSE THE OVEN TO ACTIVATE WITHOUT PRESSING ANY KEYS, WHICH COULD R
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 (current) | 9 | 1 | |
| 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 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 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 |