CarRecallWatchThe 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).
2001 Newmar Mountain Aire recalls
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.
Steering Bracket May Crack, Causing Loss of Steering
A steering gear mounting bracket in certain Newmar motorhomes may crack, which can cause a loss of steering ability.
Most common 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
VEHICLE RUNNING NORMALLY, ACCELERATED TO MERGE WITH TRAFFIC, ENGINE BEGAN TO MISS THEN BACKFIRED. MISS CONTINUED AND THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T ACCELERATE PAST 55 MPH. PULLED TO SIDE OF THE ROAD TO CHECK FOR ANY VISUAL PROBLEMS, NONE NOTED. ENGINE STARTED NORMALLY AND I FINISHED THE 30 MILE DRIVE HOME. CHANGED FUEL FILTER, AIR FILTER AND MAF SENSOR. ENGINE STARTED NORMALLY AND I TOOK IT FOR A TEST DRIVE. AFTER 20 MILES WITH NO ISSUES I ATTEMPTED AN ACCELERATION AND AGAIN IT LOST POWER, SKIPPING/MISSING AND BACKFIRED. PULLED INTO A REST AREA AND SHUT DOWN FOR 20 MINUTES. ON RESTART A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. OBDII INDICATED THAT IT WAS A P0342 CRANKSHAFT POSITION INDICATOR SENSOR ISS
I CARRIED MY 2001 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE, TO DANNY'S RV REPAIR IN DENTON, TX DUETO RECALL 51101-C WORKHRSE REFUSED TO HONOR THE (A) RIGHT FRONT PART# W8001709, $50.91 . AND THE LABOR FOR RIGHT REAR ABSCODE APPEARED ON TEST DRIVE) AND THE RF, LR, LABOR @ 29.40 EACH= $88.20 . I PAID OUT OF POCKET FOR SOMETHING I FEEL SHOULD HAVE COST ME NOTHING AS DIRECTED IN THE RECALL. PLEASE INVESTIGATE AND LET ME KNOW YOUR FINDINGS. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
TL* - THE CONTACT'S DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR IN HER 2001 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE HAD A PETITE CRACK IN THE BOILER TUBE. THE CRACK CAUSED A SUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF SOLUTION/GAS TO BE RELEASED INTO THE AIR. THE CONTACT HAS REPLACED THE DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR WHICH IS ALSO LISTED IN THE RV MAGAZINE AS A RECALL.
MOTORHOME WAS BUILT ON A CHASSIS THAT WAS NOT READY FOR PRODUCTION. *MR THERE WAS A VIBRATION IN THE FRONT END. THE DEALER FOUND DEFECTIVE WHEELS/BAD GOODYEAR TIRES. WHEN THE TANK WAS FILLED, FUEL LEAKED AT THE FILLER HOSE. IT WAS DISCOVERED, THAT THE FILLER HOSE THAT WENT TO THE TANK WAS ROTTEN. THE FUEL HOSE WAS REPLACED. *SCC *JB
COACH 97545 MOUNTAIN AIRE RV. THE REVREATIONAL VEHICLE WAS BUILT ON A FORD FRAME AND CANNOT BE FIXED. *MR *CB *JB
2001 Newmar Mountain Aire questions
Does the 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire: Fire extinguishers may clog or fail to discharge; Steering Bracket May Crack, Causing Loss of Steering; Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Vehicle Speed Control; Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Wheels (1), Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Newmar Mountain 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.