2002 Newmar Newaire Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Newaire years
- Not enough data 9th of 24 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2002 Newmar Newaire so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 0owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
2002 Newmar Newaire recalls (2)
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Equipment
Problem: 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 the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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 on "Product Safety Recall" for more information or owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791. Newmar's number for this recall is 17E-062.
Service brakes, electric
Problem: 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.
Risk: This will cause severe heat in the brakes resulting in a possible fire.
Fix: 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 within a reasonable time should contact newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Overheating front and rear brakes (EA03003) — opened Apr 9, 2003, closed Mar 3, 2004, led to recall 04V019000.
Other Newmar Newaire years
← 2001 Newaire · 2003 Newaire →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Newaire | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 Newaire | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 Newaire | 1 | 5 |
| 2021 Newaire | 3 | 10 |
| 2020 Newaire | 5 | 4 |
| 2019 Newaire | 5 | 8 |
| 2018 Newaire | 8 | 10 |
| 2017 Newaire | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 Newaire | 0 | 2 |
| 2015 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 Newaire | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | 0 | 2 |
| 2001 Newaire | 1 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Newmar Newaire?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Newmar Newaire?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 Newmar Newaire a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Newaire model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.