CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Newmar Mountain Aire has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6 reports).
2004 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 2004 Newmar Mountain Aire problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
IN THE SPRING OF 2016, WE HAD TAKEN A TRIP FROM HOME TO LAKE WRIGHT-PATMAN ABOUT 80 MILES AWAY. UPON ARRIVING AT OUR CAMPING SPACE, WE NOTICED THE TOP OF THE WINDSHIELDS WERE BULGING OUT FROM THE ROOF. WE COVERED THE ROOF AND TOP OF THE WINDSHIELDS WITH A TARP TO PREVENT RAIN FROM COMING INTO THE BUS. WE CONTACTED NEWMAR'S CUSTOMER SUPPORT VIA EMAIL AND TELEPHONE TO DETERMINE WHAT COULD BE DONE TO REPAIR THE WINDSHIELDS. WE CONTACTED PACE GLASS IN TEXARKANA, TX TO MAKE THE REPAIRS USING SCHEMATICS PROVIDED TO US BY NEWMAR. IN REMOVING THE WINDSHIELDS TO REPAIR THE RUBBER GASKET AT THE ROOF, ONE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN. BOTH THE REPLACEMENT WINDSHIELD AND RUBBER GASKET WERE PURCHASED FROM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE ON A W22 WORKHORSE CHASSIS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND THE BRAKES BEGAN TO MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HAVE SHORTER STOPPING DISTANCE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING THE BRAKES AND THEY INFORMED THE CONTACT TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALER. THE DEALER REPLACED THE BRAKES, CALIPERS, AND ROTORS UNDER THE SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC RECALL ( 09V217000). AFTER THE DEALER REPAIRED THE VEHICLE THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE VEHICLE DIAGNOSE. THE DEALER INFORM THE CONTACT THE ABS SENSOR MALFUNCTIONED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. TH
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE RV. THE CONTACT HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR A ROUTINE MAINTENANCE. THE TECHNICIAN OBSERVED DURING THE INSPECTION THAT ALL FOUR ROTORS EXHIBITED CRACKS. THE ROTORS WERE REPLACED. THE BRAKES LOCKED UP CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SMOKE WHICH REMAINED STATIONARY SO THAT IT COULD COOL DOWN. THE FAILURE OCCURRED SIX MONTHS AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND RECOMMENDED THAT FORCE BE APPLIED TO THE BRAKES WITH A SCREWDRIVER. ADDITIONALLY, PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE DEFECTIVE ROTORS WERE SENT TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON A SECOND OCCASION. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DET
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE RV. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER FOR ROUTINE INSPECTION AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRAKE ROTORS, CALIPERS, AND HUBS FAILED ABNORMALLY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. A REPRESENTATIVE STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S PRODUCTION YEAR WAS EXCLUDED FROM THE RECALL; THEREFORE, THEY WOULD NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY. AS OF MARCH 11, 2009, THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 29862. UPDATED 3/25/09 *CN ALL 4 ROTORS HAD HEAT CRACKS AND THE FRONT CLEAR HUB INDICATORS WERE WHITE CAUSED BY HEAT. THE BRAKES WERE NOT RELEASING AS DESIGNED. UPDATED 03/26/09. *JB
MOTORHOME IN FOR FRONT END ALIGNMENT AT 39K MILES AND FOUND ALL FOUR OF MY BRAKE ROTOR HAD SEVERE CRACKS, SOME COMPLETELY THROUGH THE ROTOR. ALL BRAKE COMPONENTS ON ALL WHEELS REQUIRED REPLACEMENT, ROTORS, CALIPERS, PADS ETC. *TR
2004 Newmar Mountain Aire questions
Does the 2004 Newmar Mountain Aire have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2004 Newmar Mountain Aire: Fire extinguishers may clog or fail to discharge; Steering Bracket May Crack, Causing Loss of Steering; Equipment; Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Newmar Mountain Aire?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6), Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 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.