2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
15
Owner Complaints
7
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
The 2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE has received a total of 15 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 7 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, STEERING, EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER. The most commonly reported problems involve the Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailer (3 complaints), Equipment (2 complaints), and Suspension (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
NHTSA has recorded 7 recalls for the 2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE, potentially affecting up to 61,072 vehicles.
Recall 17V809000 — EQUIPMENT
| 34,699 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 15V829000 — STEERING
| 1,920 vehicles affected
Defect: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1997-2005 Dutch Star and Mountain Aire, 1998-1999 London Aire, 2004 Essex and 1997-1998 Kountry Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a loss of steering ability.
Consequence: A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's number...
View full details →Recall 07V075000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
| 16,190 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN CLASS A AND DIESEL PUSHER MOTOR HOMES AND FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE RELEASED INTO AN AREA WHERE AN IGNITION SOURCE (GAS FLAME) IS PRESENT.
Consequence: RELEASE OF COOLANT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD IGNITE AND RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: NEWMAR WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE...
View full details →Recall 03V064000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP
| 1,227 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN MOTOR HOME CHASSIS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BRAKE SYSTEMS." THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR MAY NOT FUNCTION AS REQUIRED BY STANDARD.
Consequence: IN SOME OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES, THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR WILL NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE IGNITION IS IN THE START POSITION OR FOR A LOW BRAKE FLUID CONDITION, IF THE BODY BUILDER RELIED SOLELY UPON FORD'S IVM COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REVISE THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP CIRCUIT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME...
View full details →Recall 00V315000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
| 1,263 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FRONT AND REAR ENGINE MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON FORD, SPARTAN AND WORKHORSE CHASSIS. ALL FRONT ENGINE CLASS A MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON FORD AND WORKHORSE CHASSIS WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 1, THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2000. ALL REAR ENGINE MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON SPARTAN CHASSIS WERE BUILT FROM FEBRUARY 23 THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2000. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY...
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE TO AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL VENT HOSE.
View full details →Recall 00V227000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 198 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES. INCORRECT INFORMATION HAS BEEN USED ON THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) TAG. THE TAG SHOWS TIRES INFORMATION LOCATED UNDER COLD INFLATION PRESSURE AS 131 PSI FOR THE FRONT AND 123 PSI FOR THE REAR. THE MAXIMUM TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE FOR THE RIM IS 120 PSI. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 120, "TIRE...
Consequence: THE RIM COULD POSSIBLY FAIL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: NEW TAGS WILL BE SENT TO OWNERS.
View full details →Recall 08V025000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
| 5,575 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES CONSTRUCTED ON FORD F-53TY1 AND P131 MOTOR HOME CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence: OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURN AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Remedy: NEWMAR IS WORKING WITH FORD IN CONDUCTING THIS RECALL. FORD WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332 OR NEWMAR AT 574-773-7791. (NOTE: ALSO SEE FORD RECALLS 05V017,...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
15 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailer | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywindshield | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System12v24v48v Battery | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemwiring | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipmentmechanicalslide In Camper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structureframe And Members | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR FAILED CUSTOMER STATED THAT SHE WAS DENIED REIMBURSEMENT FOR DAMAGES DONE DUE TO THE REFRIGERATOR LEAKING**NAR**CC THE CONSUMER STATED THE REFRIGERATOR LEAKED COOLANT NEAR THE ELECTRICAL HEATER. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED SHE WAS DENIED BECAUSE THE FAILURE OCCURRED PRIOR TO THE ARBITRARY CUT-OFF FOR REIMBURSEMENT. *JB
TL* - THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MOUNTAIN AIRE RV MADE BY NEWMAR WITH A DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR, MODEL# NDR1062, SERIAL# 95200085. ON 2 OCCASIONS THE REFRIGERATOR LEAKED COOLANT. THE REFRIGERATOR WAS REPAIRED ON BOTH OCCASIONS AT THE CONTACT'S EXPENSE. THE CONTACT NO LONGER USED THE REFRIGERATOR DUE TO THE SAFETY FIRE RISK RELATED TO THE RECALL. THE OWNER ATTEMPTED TO CONTACT DOMETIC AND WAS UNABLE TO LEAVE A MESSAGE. *AK
TL* - THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MOUNTAIN AIRE RV MADE BY NEWMAR WITH A DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR, MODEL# NDR1062, SERIAL# 95200085. ON 2 OCCASIONS THE REFRIGERATOR LEAKED COOLANT. THE REFRIGERATOR WAS REPAIRED ON BOTH OCCASIONS AT THE CONTACT'S EXPENSE. THE CONTACT NO LONGER USED THE REFRIGERATOR DUE TO THE SAFETY FIRE RISK RELATED TO THE RECALL. THE OWNER ATTEMPTED TO CONTACT DOMETIC AND WAS UNABLE TO LEAVE A MESSAGE. *AK
THE GROSS WEIGHT IS 21260 CHASSIS REAR AXLE IS RATED AT 13500 AND IS LOADED AT 14360 WITHOUT FULL LIQUID LOAD, THE FRONT IS RATED AT 7000 AND IS LOADED AT 6900 WITHOUT A DRIVER OR PASSENGER, THE REAR SHOCKS ARE COMPRESSED AND ALLOW NO DAMPING ACTION AT THIS TIME, THE FORD TECHNICIAN VERIFIED THAT THE COACH WAS BUILT TOO HEAVY FOR THE FORD CHASSIS, NEWMAR IS NOW WILLING TO PUT A SPRING UNDER THE CHASSIS HOWEVER IF THE VEHICLE WAS NOT BUILT PROPERLY AT THE TIME OF ASSEMBLY THE CONSUMER IS WONDERING HOW A SPRING IS GOING TO MAKE THE VEHICLE SAFE NOW. NLM
THE BATTERY WOULD NOT CHARGE. NLM
Safety Rating for the 2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
- 1995 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 4 complaints
- 1996 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 4 complaints
- 1997 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 0 complaints
- 1998 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 2 complaints
- 1999 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 1 complaint
- 2000 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE (current)
- 2001 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 9 complaints
- 2002 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 8 complaints
- 2003 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 10 complaints
- 2004 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 7 complaints
- 2005 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 5 complaints
Other NEWMAR Models
- NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 208 total complaints
- NEWMAR BAY STAR — 57 total complaints
- NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR — 54 total complaints
- NEWMAR LONDON AIRE — 32 total complaints
- NEWMAR NEW AIRE — 28 total complaints
- NEWMAR NEWMAR — 23 total complaints
- NEWMAR VENTANA — 20 total complaints
- NEWMAR KOUNTRY AIRE — 14 total complaints