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2005 Newmar Mountain Aire

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

Data refreshed

Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Latest Apr 27, 2016
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Dec 15, 2017
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 4 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2005 Newmar Mountain Aire, most frequently naming the body & structure, steering and visibility categories. 9 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 9 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Body & structure240.0%
  • Steering240.0%
  • Visibility120.0%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

9 campaigns cover this model year

View all 9

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
17V809000

EQUIPMENT

Dec 15, 2017
34,699 units potentially affected
The 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 assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
The risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The 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 information or owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791. Newmar's number for this recall is 17E-062.
Newmar CorporationManufacturer number 17E-062View on NHTSA.gov
15V829000

STEERING

Dec 9, 2015
1,920 units potentially affected
The 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.
The risk: A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy: 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.
Newmar CorporationManufacturer number 15V 633View on NHTSA.gov
10V434000

EQUIPMENT

Sep 22, 2010
435 units potentially affected
The 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.
The risk: AN OVERHEATED RECEIVER COULD CAUSE A FIRE.
The remedy: 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.
NEWMAR CORPORATIONView on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Steering
Filed Apr 27, 2016

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. THE CONTACT WAS NOT EXPERIENCING A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.

NHTSA ID
10861708
Incident
Jan 4, 2016
Body & structureVisibility
Filed Sep 14, 2011

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 WINDSHIELD WASN'T PUT TOGETHER WELL. *JB

NHTSA ID
10426050
Incident
Jul 11, 2011
Steering
Filed Jun 8, 2010

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

NHTSA ID
10335913
Incident
Jun 8, 2010
Body & structure
Filed Jul 18, 2005

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 ROAD IT COULD HAVE CAUSED A WRECK. I CONTACTED THE COMPANY (NEWMAR) AND THEY SAID THAT THEY WERE NOT RESPONSIBLE, THAT WORKHORSE, THE MANUFACTURE OF THE CHASSIS WAS. I CONTACTED WORKHORSE AND REPORTED THE PROBLEM AND THEY DIDN'T SEEM VERY CONCERNED. THEY TOLD ME TO TAKE IT TO A DEALER TO HAVE IT FIXED. I TOLD THEM THAT I HAD ALREADY FIXED IT MYSELF. I ALSO CALLED THE DEALER WHERE I BOUGHT THE MOTOR HOME AND TOLD THEM ABOUT IT AND THEY TOLD ME THAT IT WASN'T THEIR PROBLEM AND THAT THEY WERE ONLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COACH PART OF THE MOTOR HOME. I WAS NOT LOOKING FOR A REMEDY FOR THE PROBLEM, I JUST WANTED THEM TO RECOGNIZE THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM AND TO NOTIFY WHOMEVER WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE OVERSIGHT AND HOPEFULLY IT WOULDN'T CAUSE A PROBLEM FOR SOMEONE ELSE. THE PRECEIVED LACK OF CONCERN ON THEIR PART WAS UPSETTING AS IT PUT MY FAMILY AT RISK. THANK YOU FOR LOOKING AT THIS COMPLAINT AND I HOPE YOU CAN CALL TO THE ATTENTION OF WHICHEVER PARTY IS RESPONSIBLE THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF NOT CHECKING ON THE ASSEMBLY QUALITY CONTROL OF THE CHASSIS ON THESE MOTOR HOMES.

NHTSA ID
10129246
Incident
Jul 7, 2005
Mileage
4,014 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

PIB 494

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 grounding of the HWH pump assembly.

TSB 439

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 # 2015-587 THE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BRACKET MAY CRACK AND BREAK, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH CAUSING INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.

TSB-396

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

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 MODELS AND ALL MODEL YEARS ARE INCLUDED. *PE

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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

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EQUIPMENT; 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 CERTAIN LEVEL. *PE

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Newmar Mountain Aire by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2027000—
2026000—
2025000—
2024000—
2023020—
2022250—
2021060—
2020070—
20194150—
20181160—
20170110—
2016080—
2015160—
2014190—
2013050—
2012050—
2011050—
2010020—
2009020—
2008140—
2007160—
2006030—
2005Viewing490—
20047110—
200310130—
20028110—
2001570—
2000770—
1999140—
1998240—
1997040—
1996220—
1995320—
1994010—
1991111—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.