Recall Register

2015 Newmar King Aire: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2015 Newmar King Aire. The newest campaign is 17V809000. NHTSA received the report on 15 Dec 2017. The NHTSA record gives the component Equipment. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 17V809000, in the NHTSA record

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.
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Recall campaigns

9 campaigns, newest first. 36,732 units in total.

  • 17V809000Equipment
  • 17V378000Electrical System / Starter Assembly
  • 17V195000Suspension / Front / Control Arm
  • 16V501000Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System
  • 15V492000Suspension / Rear
  • 15V411000Power Train / Axle Assembly
  • 15V375000Suspension / Front / Springs / Leaf Spring Assembly / Hanger,bracket
  • 15V149000Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer
  • 15V061000Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Quick Release Valve

  1. 17V809000Received . 34,699 units.

    Equipment

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    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
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    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.

    Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 17E-062. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  2. 17V378000Received . 210 units.

    Electrical System / Starter Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2012-2015 King Aire and Essex motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis. A component within the starter motor may break, potentially resulting in the starter motor overheating or drawing excessive current.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan Motors dealers will replace the starter, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan Motors at 1-800-543-4277 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 17012.

    Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 17012. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  3. 17V195000Received . 595 units.

    Suspension / Front / Control Arm

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    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 partial loss of steering.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    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 customer service at 1-574-773-7791. Newmar's number for this recall is 17004.

    Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 17004. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  4. 16V501000Received . 742 units.

    Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1998-2010 Dutch Star, 2008 Kountry Star, 2008-2009 All Star and Ventana, 2009-2010 Dutch Aire, 2014-2015 King Aire and 2015 Essex motorhomes, built on a Spartan Motors chassis. In the affected vehicles, the flexible exhaust tube may tear allowing hot exhaust to blow against other components or materials.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect the alignment of the tubes, correcting them and replacing any that are torn. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 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 16V 313.

    Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 16V 313. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  5. 15V492000Received . 82 units.

    Suspension / Rear

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Essex and King Aire vehicles manufactured March 7, 2014, to June 15, 2015, and 2016 Mountain Aire vehicles manufactured March 9, 2015, to June 5, 2015. The control module for the air suspension may experience a loss of power resulting in the air suspension not being able to achieve ride height.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the ride height of the suspension is less than specified ride height the vehicle may be difficult to control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Newmar will notify owners and Spartan Motors will repair the motor homes free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

    Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  6. 15V411000Received . 96 units.

    Power Train / Axle Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 King Aire and Essex vehicles manufactured from March 13, 2014, and May 13, 2015, and model year 2016 Mountain Aire vehicles manufactured from March 17, 2015, through April 17, 2015. The affected vehicles, built on a Spartan Chassis, have fasteners that attach the stay rod (v-rod) to the rear drive axle that may not have been installed with thread locker or tightened in the correct sequence.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the fasteners loosen, the stay rod may disconnect from the rear axle, allowing the rear axle to move freely, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan will notify owners on behalf of Newmar, and dealers will replace the fasteners using thread lock, tightening them in the proper sequence and with the required torque values, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454.

    Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  7. 15V375000Received . 57 units.

    Suspension / Front / Springs / Leaf Spring Assembly / Hanger,bracket

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015 Essex and King Aire vehicles manufactured March 26, 2014, to December 4, 2014. The affected vehicles have tag axle suspension hangers that may move, allowing the tag axle assembly to shift off center.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the tag axle moves off center, vehicle handling may suddenly be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Newmar has notified owners, and dealers will weld the tag axle suspension hangers to the chassis frame, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

    Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  8. 15V149000Received . 153 units.

    Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    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 setting.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the wiper blades separate from the wiper arms, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

    Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  9. 15V061000Received . 98 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Quick Release Valve

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Newmar King Aire, and Essex vehicles manufactured December 9, 2013, to December 16, 2014, equipped with certain Wabco Quick Release Valves with Double Check. In the affected valves, the rubber diaphragm may be damaged by sharp edges on the valve seat ribs, reducing the available air pressure in the air tanks.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the valve, free of charge. The recall began on February 26, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

    Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

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Complaints by component

The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

Investigations

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.

  1. 20083
  2. 20092
  3. 20102
  4. 20113
  5. 20127
  6. 20137
  7. 20149
  8. 20159
  9. 20167
  10. 201711
  11. 201811
  12. 20197
  13. 20206
  14. 20215
  15. 20224
  16. 20231
  17. 20241

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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Cite this page

Recall Register. 2015 Newmar King Aire: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/newmar/king-aire/2015/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .

Sources

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NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
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Recall file through
30 Sep 2026
Complaint file through
30 Sep 2026
First complaint in the file
1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file
Newmar Corporation

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2015 Newmar King Aire?
36,732 units in 9 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Newmar King Aire have for all model years?
NHTSA lists 40 recall campaigns for the Newmar King Aire, model years 2008 to 2024. 9 of them name the 2015 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2015 Newmar King Aire open?
The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.