Recall 15V149 covers 153 2014-2015 Newmar motor homes for wiper blades that separate. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
Newmar is recalling 153 2014-2015 King Aire, Essex, London Aire, and Mountain Aire motor homes because the wiper blades can separate from the wiper arm connectors, especially on high speed. If a blade separates, visibility drops and crash risk rises; Newmar dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The windshield wiper blade on a 2014-2015 Newmar King Aire, Essex, Mountain Aire, or London Aire motor home is the rubber wiping assembly that clears rain and spray from the windshield. It attaches to the wiper arm through a connector, and the arm moves the blade across the glass so the driver keeps a clear forward view.
On affected motor homes, the frameless AM Equipment windshield wiper blade can separate from the wiper arm connector when the wiper system is run at the high speed setting. Once the blade comes loose, the arm no longer wipes the windshield as intended. In rain or road spray, that loss of wiping action reduces visibility and can increase crash risk.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign can be the blade detaching or failing to clear the windshield while the wipers are running, especially at high speed.
Who's affected?
Covers four Newmar motorhome lines across the 2014 and 2015 model years, all tied to the wiper system.
| 2014 Newmar King Aire | wiper system |
|---|---|
| 2014 Newmar Essex | wiper system |
| 2014 Newmar Mountain Aire | wiper system |
| 2015 Newmar Essex | wiper system |
| 2015 Newmar King Aire | wiper system |
| 2015 Newmar London Aire | wiper system |
| 2015 Newmar Mountain Aire | wiper system |
| 2014 Newmar London Aire | wiper system |
| Units affected | 153 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Separated wiper blades can reduce the driver's view in rain or road spray and increase the risk of a crash. If the windshield is not clearing, slow down, stop in a safe place, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2015 Newmar King Aire, Essex, Mountain Aire, or London Aire motor home is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the free wiper blade and wiper arm connector repair that keeps the blades attached during wiper use.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. Reference recall number 15V149 when you call.
- Avoid high-speed wiper use until the repair is complete, and pull over safely if visibility drops.
- Call Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 with questions about the recall repair.
What happens at the repair
The recall repair is open for 2014-2015 Newmar King Aire, Essex, Mountain Aire, and London Aire motor homes. At the dealer, a Newmar technician addresses the windshield wiper blade and wiper arm connector issue covered by campaign 15V149, so the blades stay attached to the arms during wiper use. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair with a Newmar dealer and give the service desk the campaign number when you call.
Timeline
| March 16, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 17, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V149?
Recall 15V149 covers 153 2014-2015 Newmar King Aire, Essex, Mountain Aire, and London Aire motor homes with windshield wiper blades that can separate from the wiper arm connectors, especially at high speed. Reduced visibility raises crash risk.
What should I do if my 2014-2015 Newmar King Aire, Essex, Mountain Aire, or London Aire is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor home is included in recall 15V149. If it is, contact a franchised Newmar dealer or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 and reference recall number 15V149. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Newmar handles this recall repair for free through its service network. Reference recall number 15V149 when you schedule service.
Is it safe to drive with this Newmar wiper recall?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The risk is reduced visibility if the wiper blades separate from the wiper arms, especially when used at high speed. If your VIN is included, schedule the free repair before relying on the wipers in rain.
What if I bought this Newmar motor home used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received the original notice, check your VIN and give recall number 15V149 to a franchised Newmar dealer or Newmar customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V149000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-800-731-8300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V149 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V149000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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