2017 Newmar King AireProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2017 Newmar King Aire, most often about the engine. It is covered by 11 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-809 the manufacturer reports only 6% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 27, 2025. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2017 Newmar King Aire has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

11 recalls

2017 Newmar King Aire recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

80%repaired · 2019 Q4

Electrical system: wiring

Recall 17V-830 · Dec 19, 2017 · 2,915 vehicles · 2,327 repaired

Risk. The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

6%repaired · 2019 Q4

Equipment

Recall 17V-809 · Dec 15, 2017 · 34,699 vehicles · 2,193 repaired

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

96%repaired · 2018 Q3

Wiring: front underhood

Recall 17V-229 · Apr 4, 2017 · 26 vehicles · 25 repaired

Risk. If the driver cannot see the speedometer and RPM displays, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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78%repaired · 2018 Q4

Front: control arm

Recall 17V-195 · Mar 22, 2017 · 595 vehicles · 463 repaired

Risk. A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

88%repaired · 2018 Q1

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

Recall 16V-848 · Nov 23, 2016 · 17 vehicles · 15 repaired

Risk. If the driver cannot see the speedometer and RPM displays, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

98%repaired · 2018 Q1

Electrical system: wiring

Recall 16V-810 · Nov 8, 2016 · 51 vehicles · 50 repaired

Risk. Unintended deceleration or acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

93%repaired · 2018 Q1

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 16V-768 · Oct 21, 2016 · 42 vehicles · 39 repaired

Risk. The steps can retract without warning, causing someone using the steps to fall, increasing the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

47%repaired · 2018 Q1

Forward collision avoidance: sensing system

Recall 16V-756 · Oct 19, 2016 · 15 vehicles · 7 repaired

Risk. If the collision mitigation radar has reduced performance, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

92%repaired · 2018 Q1

Hydraulic power assist: pump

Recall 16V-715 · Oct 6, 2016 · 12 vehicles · 11 repaired

Risk. An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

90%repaired · 2019 Q3

Structure

Recall 16V-512 · Jul 6, 2016 · 152 vehicles · 137 repaired

Risk. If the fascia separates and contacts the driver or a passenger, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Newmar.

Best & worst years

2017 vs. every other King Aire year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the King Aire median. How we score

'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24
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In owners' words

What King Aire owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

MY COACH HAS NO THROTTLE REPOSE AFTER ENGINE BRAKE ENGAGES ? SO WHAT HAPPENS IS WHEN YOU SLOW DOWN ENGINE BRAKE WORKS FINE BUT WHEN YOU HIT THE THROTTLE TO GO THERE IS NO POWER JUST RPM GOES UP ? THE ONLY WAY TO GET POWER IS TURN OFF ENGINE BRAKE ON THE DASH THEN IT GOES FINE.. THIS DOES NOT HAPPEN…
Complaint 11151920 · Nov 16, 2018 · 9,000 miles

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