2001 Newmar Mountain Aire Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 20,058miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 7campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire. The part named most often is fuel system, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by brakes (1) and electrical system (1). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 20,058 miles. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns and 2 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the hoses, lines/piping, and fittings filed under the same part. Brakes complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the lamp filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system2 40%
- Brakes1 20%
- Electrical system1 20%
- Engine1 20%
- Equipment1 20%
- Body and structure1 20%
- Tires1 20%
- Wheels1 20%
Example complaints
Fuel system: “Vehicle running normally, accelerated to merge with traffic, engine began to miss then backfired. Miss continued and the vehicle wouldn't accelerate past 55 MPH. Pulled to side of the road to check for any visual problems, none noted. Engine started normally and I finished the 30 mile drive home. Changed fuel filter, air filter and maf sensor. Engine started normally and I took it for a test drive. After 20 miles with no issues I attempted an acceleration and again it lost power, skipping/missing and backfired. Pulled into a rest area and shut down for 20 minutes. …”
NHTSA complaint #10641506, filed 2014-10, 24,116 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 16,000 and 24,116 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 17V809000Dec 15, 2017EquipmentCovers: Newmar Mountain Aire 1995–2018, London Aire 1995–2018, Dutch Star 1998–2018 +14 more
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…
- 15V829000Dec 9, 2015SteeringCovers: Newmar Mountain Aire 1997–2005, Dutch Star 1997–2005, Kountry Aire 1997–1998 +2 more
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…
- 09V217000Jun 11, 2009Service brakes, hydraulicCovers: Newmar Mountain Aire 2001–2004, Kountry Star 2001–2006, Scottsdale 2003–2006 +3 more
Newmar is recalling 2,578 motorhomes equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal vehicle operation may experience calipers sticking in the applied position. This can result in…
- 08V025000Jan 24, 2008Vehicle speed controlCovers: Newmar Mountain Aire 1994–2003, Kountry Aire 1994–2003, Dutch Star 1994–2003 +2 more
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.
- 07V075000Mar 5, 2007Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Newmar Mountain Aire 1997–2003, Kountry Aire 1997–2003, Dutch Star 1997–2003 +5 more
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…
- 03V064000Mar 26, 2003Service brakes, hydraulic › Brake fluid low warning › LampCovers: Newmar Mountain Aire 2000–2003, Dutch Star 2000–2003, Kountry Star 2000–2003 +1 more
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.
See all 7 recalls for the 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10121941Sep 28, 2017Equipment. If the coach's HWH leveling system has intermittent issues when operating, check for corrosion or loose mounting bolts. Torque the mounting bolts (if needed) to 30 ft. pounds. A ground cable may…
- 10034235Apr 30, 2010Seat belts. Newmar corp.: failed amsafe seat belts being returned to newmar for warranty coverage. Please note that when changing out warranty amsafe seat belts, both harness strap with clip and buckle portion…
Other model years of the Newmar Mountain Aire
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 7 | 25,124 | 12 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 10 | 30,500 | 14 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 8 | 37,000 | 11 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 5 | 20,058 | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 7 | — | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Newmar Mountain Aire model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by brakes with 1.
Has the 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire been recalled?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 20,058 miles and the middle half falls between 16,000 and 24,116 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.