2014 Newmar King Aire Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

9 safety recalls on file

The 2014 Newmar King Aire has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (1 report).

9Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2014 Newmar King Aire recalls

Fire extinguishers may clog or fail to discharge

Recall 17V809Dec 15, 201734,699 vehicles affected

Certain Newmar motorhomes are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button "Pindicator" fire extinguishers that may become clogged, so the extinguisher may not discharge as expected or may require excessive force to activate.

Starter Motor Can Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 17V378Jun 14, 2017210 vehicles affected

A component inside the starter motor may break, which can cause the starter to overheat or draw excessive current.

Front Ball Joints Can Loosen, Causing Steering Loss

Recall 17V195Mar 22, 2017595 vehicles affected

Certain motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis may have front suspension ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules that can loosen and separate.

Exhaust Tube Can Tear, Risking Fire in Motorhomes

Recall 16V501Jul 5, 2016742 vehicles affected

The flexible exhaust tube in certain Newmar Dutch Star motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis may tear.

Refrigerator Door May Latch Shut, Trapping Occupants

Recall 15V808Dec 1, 2015979 vehicles affected

Refrigerator door latches in certain Newmar motorhomes may lock without the operator knowing it.

Wiper Blades Can Detach, Reducing Driver Visibility

Recall 15V149Mar 16, 2015153 vehicles affected

Certain 2014-2015 Newmar motor homes (King Aire, Essex, London Aire and Mountain Aire models built between November 2013 and November 2014) may have wiper blades that separate from the wiper arm connectors, particularly when the wipers are set to high speed.

Steering Linkage Can Separate, Risking Loss of Control

Recall 15V067Feb 6, 201524 vehicles affected

Certain 2013-2014 Newmar King Aire and Essex motorhomes, built on Spartan chassis between April 12, 2013 and October 18, 2013, may have steering linkage castle nuts that loosen without warning.

Air Brake Valve May Lose Pressure, Reducing Braking

Recall 15V061Feb 3, 201598 vehicles affected

A component in the air brake system, the quick release valve, may have a rubber diaphragm damaged by sharp edges on the valve seat ribs.

Steering

Recall 13V653Dec 12, 201347 vehicles affected

Most common 2014 Newmar King Aire problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering1

What owners report

2016-06-22, Steering
DRIVER SIDE BELL CRANK BALL JOINT POPPED OFF WHICH CAUSED LOSS OF STEERING. THIS OCCURRED WHEN BACKING VEHICLE. SLOW SPEED LESS THEN 5 MPH. CHASSIS IS MANUFACTURED BY SPARTAN MOTORS. SERVICE BULLETIN TO INSPECT THIS PART HAD BEEN ISSUED RSB13-250-005B. SUPPOSEDLY VEHICLE HAD BEEN INSPECTED PRIOR TO MY OWNERSHIP.

2014 Newmar King Aire questions

Does the 2014 Newmar King Aire have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2014 Newmar King Aire: Fire extinguishers may clog or fail to discharge; Starter Motor Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Front Ball Joints Can Loosen, Causing Steering Loss; Exhaust Tube Can Tear, Risking Fire in Motorhomes; Refrigerator Door May Latch Shut, Trapping Occupants. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Newmar King Aire?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2014 Newmar King Aire has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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