2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC
The 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC. The most commonly reported problem area is the Service Brakes (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC, potentially affecting up to 34,710 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 02V093000 — SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
| 11 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH AN ELECTDRAULIC-BRAKING DEVICE BUILT BY AUSCO. WHEN ACTIVATED, THE MASTER CYLINDER APPLIES THE BRAKES ON THE TAG AXLE. IF THE MOTOR HOME IS TRAVELING, THE TAG AXLE BRAKES COULD LOCK-UP.
Consequence: THIS WILL CAUSE SEVERE HEAT IN THE BRAKES RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THIS BRAKING DEVICE WITH ONE FROM A DIFFERENT MANUFACTURER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheelshub | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE REPAIRED UNDER RECALL NOTICE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 02V093000 (SERVICE BRAKES), THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO EXPERIENCE SEVERE HEAT ON THE BRAKES AND BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS STATED THE BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REBUILT. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 31,000. ...UPDATED 11-14-13 *BF UPDATED 11/25/2013 *JS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE REPAIRED UNDER RECALL NOTICE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 02V093000 (SERVICE BRAKES), THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO EXPERIENCE SEVERE HEAT ON THE BRAKES AND BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS STATED THE BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REBUILT. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 31,000. ...UPDATED 11-14-13 *BF UPDATED 11/25/2013 *JS
Safety Rating for the 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC
- 2001 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC — 0 complaints
- 2002 NEWMAR NEWAIRE CLASSIC (current)
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