Newmar Mountain Aire Problems by Year
NHTSA has 60 owner complaints and 71 safety recalls on file for the Newmar Mountain Aire, across 29 model years (1995–2023). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (10). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Newmar Mountain Aire years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Mountain Aire year: 2003. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2003 Mountain Aire: 10 complaints, 13 recalls
- 2002 Mountain Aire: 8 complaints, 11 recalls
- 2004 Mountain Aire: 7 complaints, 11 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1999 Mountain Aire: 1 complaint, 4 recalls
- 2007 Mountain Aire: 1 complaint, 6 recalls
- 2008 Mountain Aire: 1 complaint, 4 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Newmar Mountain Aire problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 4 | 0 |
| Equipment | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| Visibility | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Trailer Hitches | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Newmar Mountain Aire model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Mountain Aire | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2022 Mountain Aire | 2 | 5 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2021 Mountain Aire | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2020 Mountain Aire | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2019 Mountain Aire | 4 | 15 | — | Forward Collision Avoidance | |
| 2018 Mountain Aire | 1 | 16 | — | Engine | |
| 2017 Mountain Aire | 0 | 11 | — | — | |
| 2016 Mountain Aire | 0 | 8 | — | — | |
| 2015 Mountain Aire | 1 | 6 | — | Engine | |
| 2014 Mountain Aire | 1 | 9 | — | Visibility/wiper | |
| 2013 Mountain Aire | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2012 Mountain Aire | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2011 Mountain Aire | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2010 Mountain Aire | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2009 Mountain Aire | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2008 Mountain Aire | 1 | 4 | — | Visibility | |
| 2007 Mountain Aire | 1 | 6 | — | Engine | |
| 2006 Mountain Aire | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2005 Mountain Aire | 4 | 9 | — | Steering | |
| 2004 Mountain Aire | 7 | 11 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2003 Mountain Aire | 10 | 13 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2002 Mountain Aire | 8 | 11 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2001 Mountain Aire | 5 | 7 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2000 Mountain Aire | 7 | 7 | — | Equipment | |
| 1999 Mountain Aire | 1 | 4 | — | Equipment | |
| 1998 Mountain Aire | 2 | 4 | — | Steering | |
| 1997 Mountain Aire | 0 | 4 | — | — | |
| 1996 Mountain Aire | 2 | 2 | — | Equipment | |
| 1995 Mountain Aire | 3 | 2 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Newmar Mountain Aire years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2003 (10) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Mountain Aire year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Newmar Mountain Aire?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 15 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Newmar Mountain Aire have?
71 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.