Recall 10V434 covers 435 2002-2009 Newmar recreational trailers with Dimplex electric fireplace receivers that overheat and create a fire risk. The replacement kit is free.
Newmar is recalling 435 2002-2009 Kountry Aire Fw, Mountain Aire, and other recreational trailers equipped with Dimplex Electraflame, Symphony, or Optiflame electric fireplaces because the plug-in remote control receiver can overheat. An overheated receiver can start a fire, and the Newmar dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The affected part is the plug-in remote control receiver used with Dimplex Electraflame, Symphony, or Optiflame electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts in 2002-2009 Newmar vehicles. The receiver takes the signal from the handheld remote and switches the fireplace power on or off without the owner using the fireplace controls directly.
On the recalled Newmar models, that plug-in receiver can overheat. The problem is in the receiver for the fireplace equipment, not in the coach engine or driving controls. When an electrical receiver overheats, the part is no longer handling power the way it is supposed to, so the fireplace equipment needs recall service before normal use continues.
There is no warning sign before failure. Newmar did not list a specific owner-visible symptom, so do not wait for a visible change at the fireplace before treating the receiver as part of the recall.
Who's affected?
Covers seven Newmar RV model lines across the 2002-2009 model years, all tied to the Equipment component.
| 2005 Newmar Kountry Aire Fw | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2005 Newmar Mountain Aire | Equipment |
| 2002 Newmar Mountain Aire | Equipment |
| 2008 Newmar Torrey Pine Fw | Equipment |
| 2006 Newmar Torrey Pine Fw | Equipment |
| 2008 Newmar Cypress Fw | Equipment |
| 2008 Newmar Kountry Aire Fw | Equipment |
| 2007 Newmar Cypress Fw | Equipment |
| 2006 Newmar Cypress Fw | Equipment |
| 2007 Newmar Essex | Equipment |
| 2006 Newmar Mountain Aire Dp | Equipment |
| 2006 Newmar Essex | Equipment |
| 2005 Newmar Kountry Star | Equipment |
| 2004 Newmar Kountry Star | Equipment |
| 2003 Newmar Mountain Aire | Equipment |
| 2009 Newmar Torrey Pine Fw | Equipment |
| 2007 Newmar Torrey Pine Fw | Equipment |
| 2004 Newmar Mountain Aire | Equipment |
| 2004 Newmar Kountry Aire Fw | Equipment |
| 2009 Newmar Kountry Aire Fw | Equipment |
| Units affected | 435 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific RV.
What's the safety risk?
An overheated receiver can start a fire. If your vehicle is included, stop using the affected receiver or remote-control equipment until the recall repair is handled, and contact a Newmar dealer for instructions. Repair will be free at any franchised Newmar dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2002-2009 Newmar Kountry Aire Fw, Mountain Aire, Torrey Pine Fw, Cypress Fw, Essex, Mountain Aire Dp, or Kountry Star is included in this recall.
- Check for the Newmar or Dimplex owner notice dated April 6, 2011, then confirm the free replacement plug-in remote control kit before using the fireplace.
- Contact Newmar or Dimplex customer service at 1-888-346-7539 with questions about the free remote-control receiver replacement.
- Reference recall number 10V434 when you call so the service desk can match the fireplace receiver recall to your vehicle.
- Stop using the affected Dimplex electric fireplace until the replacement remote-control receiver kit is installed, since the plug-in receiver can overheat and create a fire risk.
What happens at the repair
Newmar's remedy works through Dimplex. Affected owners receive a free replacement plug-in remote control kit for the electric fireplace remote receiver. The filing says the safety recall began on April 6, 2011, but the current dealer scheduling status is not listed here. Once the remedy path is open for your VIN, the recall repair is free. Ask a Newmar dealer or Dimplex customer service which kit applies to the fireplace, stove, or insert installed in your trailer.
Timeline
| September 22, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 6, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V434?
Recall 10V434 covers 435 2002-2009 Newmar recreational trailers with Dimplex Electraflame, Symphony, or Optiflame electric fireplaces, stoves, or fireplace inserts. The plug-in remote control receiver can overheat, and an overheated receiver can cause a fire.
What should I do if my 2002-2009 Newmar Kountry Aire Fw, Mountain Aire, Torrey Pine Fw, Cypress Fw, Essex, Mountain Aire Dp, or Kountry Star is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 10V434. If it is, contact Newmar service or Dimplex North America customer service at 1-888-346-7539 and ask for the free replacement plug-in remote control kit.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Newmar worked with Dimplex, and Dimplex provides owners a free replacement plug-in remote control kit for this recall. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost to owners.
Is it safe to use the electric fireplace?
The safety risk is fire from an overheated plug-in remote control receiver. Until the replacement kit is installed, ask Newmar service or Dimplex North America customer service for model-specific guidance on using the fireplace, stove, or fireplace insert.
When did Newmar start this recall remedy?
The safety recall began on April 6, 2011. Because this is an older recall, the VIN check matters even if you bought the trailer used or never received an owner letter. The free replacement kit still applies to included trailers.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V434000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-888-346-7539 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V434 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V434000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →