CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Newmar King Aire has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (1 report).
2018 Newmar King Aire recalls
Baggage Door Skin Can Detach, Creating Road Hazard
The outer skin of the baggage door on these motorhomes may come loose and separate from the door frame.
Bedroom Header May Fall onto Bed, Risking Injury
Certain Newmar motorhomes from 2018 to 2020, including the Essex, King Aire, and Mountain Aire models, have a bedroom fascia header that may fall unexpectedly onto the bed.
Overheating Power Supply Can Cause Motorhome Fire
The power supply for the WiFiRanger system in certain motorhomes may overheat.
Entry Door May Open While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
The entry door latch rods on certain motorhomes may be improperly adjusted, so the door can open while the vehicle is in motion.
Slide-out rooms may move unexpectedly, risking injury
On certain 2018 Newmar motorhomes, the slide-out rooms can move in or out without warning when the ignition key is in the off or accessory position and the battery disconnect switch is on.
Wipers May Not Clear Windshield, Reducing Driver Visibility
Some motorhomes have windshield wiper arms with an incorrect bend, so the wipers may not properly contact the glass.
Loose Breaker Box Connections Can Overheat and Cause Fire
Some motorhomes from model year 2018 have electrical connections inside the breaker box that may not be properly tightened.
Loose ATS Power Connection Can Overheat and Cause Fire
A loose power connection at the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) in certain Newmar motorhomes can cause heat to build up in the wiring.
Fire extinguishers may clog or fail to discharge
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.
Fuel pump may slip, causing sudden engine stall
A fuel pump drive gear in certain diesel motorhomes may slip on its drive shaft.
Front Ball Joints Can Loosen, Causing Steering Loss
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.
Most common 2018 Newmar King Aire problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
I OWN A 2018 NEWMAR KING AIRE MOTOR HOME. I HAD A GEN 5 DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID (DEF) SENSOR FAIL AT 10,000 MILES. I WAS ONE OF THE LUCKY ONES IN THAT WHEN THE DASH LIT UP WITH WARNINGS I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT HOME BEFORE IT WENT INTO DERATE. I WAS LESS THAN 200 MILES AWAY AT THE TIME. THERE ARE MANY LINKS ON WWW.IRV2.COM ABOUT THIS ISSUE WITH MANY OTHER MOTOR HOME OWNERS. SOME VERY SCARY PUTTING LIVES AT RISK. THE DERATE LIMP MODE OF BEING ABLE TO GO 5MPH JUST DOES NOT SUFFICE. THERE IS NOTHING ON THE WARNINGS THAT TELL YOU HOW MANY MILES YOU CAN DRIVE BEFORE DERATE. THERE IS NO 'RESET BUTTON' TO GET YOU EITHER HOME OR TO A SERVICE CENTER. (SUGGESTION, SINCE THIS IS AN EPA MANDATE, COU
2018 Newmar King Aire questions
Does the 2018 Newmar King Aire have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2018 Newmar King Aire: Baggage Door Skin Can Detach, Creating Road Hazard; Bedroom Header May Fall onto Bed, Risking Injury; Overheating Power Supply Can Cause Motorhome Fire; Entry Door May Open While Driving, Raising Crash Risk; Slide-out rooms may move unexpectedly, risking injury. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Newmar King Aire?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.