2005 Newmar Mountain Aire problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (2) · Visibility:windshield (1) · Structure:frame And Members (1)
Safety recalls (3)
Equipment 2017-12-15 · campaign 17V809000 · 34,699 vehicles
Defect: 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 a
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.
Steering 2015-12-09 · campaign 15V829000 · 1,920 vehicles
Defect: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1997-2005 Dutch Star and Mountain Aire, 1998-1999 London Aire, 2004 Essex and 1997-1998 Kountry Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a loss of steering ability.
Risk: A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's number for this recall is 15V 633.
Equipment 2010-09-22 · campaign 10V434000 · 435 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Service bulletins (9)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Equipment 2017-09-28 · PIB 494 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 grounding of the hwh pump assembly.
Steering 2016-01-11 · TSB 439 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 # 2015-587 the steering gear mounting bracket may crack and break,
Suspension 2012-11-02 · TSB-396 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Seat Belts 2010-04-30 · TSB-372 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 models and all model years are included. *pe
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/Trailer 2008-06-04 · 344 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Equipment 2008-06-02 · 343 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 certain level. *pe
Showing the 6 most recent of 9 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2016-04-27 · Steering“tl* the contact owns a 2005 newmar mountain aire. the contact received notification of number: 15v829000 (steering) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. the dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. the manufacturer was not notified of the issue…”
2011-09-14 · Visibility:windshield“2005 newmar mountain aire motorhome. consumer states while cleaning front windows he noticed that the drivers side top corner was out of the molding. the consumer stated while driving to the repair shop, he could feel air coming in the front window. the mechanic found both front windshields had come out of the seals. the frame on top of the winds…”
2010-06-08 · Steering“2005 nemar mountain aire motorhome. consumer writes regarding loose steering *tgw the consumer stated he experienced excessive steering wheel movement. the repairs only lasted for a short period of time. *jb…”
2005-07-18 · Structure:frame And Members · 4,014 mi“when changing my oil in the motor home , i was looking at the componets of the undercarriage and was shocked to see that the right side motor mount was missing one bolt completely and the other one was just hanging by a few threads. my family and i had just returned from a trip to pennslyvania , if the engine had fallen while we were on the roa…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.