Recall 15V585 covers 165 2010, 2012, 2013 Newmar Dutch Aire Dp, Dutch Star, and King Aire motorhomes with exhaust tubes that tear. Free Newmar dealer repair.
Newmar is recalling 165 2010, 2012, 2013 Dutch Aire Dp, Dutch Star, and King Aire motorhomes because a flexible exhaust tube on the Spartan Motors chassis can tear and send hot exhaust against nearby parts or materials. If that heat reaches other components, the fire risk rises; Newmar dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The flexible exhaust tube on the Newmar Dutch Aire Dp, Dutch Star, and King Aire motorhomes covered by NHTSA campaign 15V585 is part of the engine exhaust system. On these motorhomes, built on a Spartan Motors chassis, the tube carries hot exhaust away from the engine area and helps keep that heat away from nearby parts and materials.
On affected motorhomes, the flexible tube can tear. Once it tears, hot exhaust gas escapes from the tube instead of staying inside the exhaust path. That hot gas can blow directly against nearby components or materials. If those parts reach their flash point, the condition increases the risk of fire.
The filing says this can happen without warning. There is no warning sign before failure, so an owner should not rely on a sound, smell, or dashboard light to know the exhaust tube has torn.
Who's affected?
Covers Dutch Aire Dp, Dutch Star, and King Aire motorhomes across the 2010, 2012, and 2013 model years, all tied to the exhaust system.
| 2010 Newmar Dutch Aire Dp | Exhaust system |
|---|---|
| 2010 Newmar Dutch Star | Exhaust system |
| 2013 Newmar King Aire | Exhaust system |
| 2012 Newmar King Aire | Exhaust system |
| Units affected | 165 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Hot exhaust gas contacting nearby components or materials increases the risk of a fire. The recall notes this can happen without warning, so do not wait for a warning sign before scheduling service. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010, 2012, or 2013 Newmar Dutch Aire Dp, Dutch Star, or King Aire motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact Newmar customer service or your franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the free exhaust-tube repair.
- Ask for the new exhaust tube installation that keeps hot exhaust away from nearby components and materials.
- Bring the recall notice if Newmar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V585 when you call.
- Avoid long trips, and stop driving if you smell exhaust, see smoke, or see heat damage before the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Newmar technician installs a new exhaust tube to replace the flexible exhaust tube that can tear and send hot exhaust toward nearby components or materials. The recall repair is available, and parts and labor are free. Newmar has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for the same repair before the recall notice. Ask Newmar customer service how to submit repair documentation for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 22, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 8, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 13, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| November 13, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 13, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V585?
Recall 15V585 covers 165 Newmar Dutch Aire Dp, Dutch Star, and King Aire motorhomes with a flexible exhaust tube that can tear. Hot exhaust can blow against nearby components or materials, increasing fire risk. Spartan dealers will install a new exhaust tube for free.
What should I do if my 2010, 2012, 2013 Newmar Dutch Aire Dp, Dutch Star, or King Aire is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 15V585. If it is, contact Newmar customer service or a Spartan dealer and ask to schedule the free exhaust-tube replacement. Reference recall number 15V585 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Newmar's remedy states that Spartan dealers will install a new exhaust tube free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. If the flexible exhaust tube tears, hot exhaust gas can contact nearby components or materials and increase fire risk. The repair path is clear: confirm your VIN, then have a Spartan dealer install the replacement exhaust tube for free.
What if I bought this Newmar motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received Newmar's notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your motorhome is included, then reference recall 15V585 when you contact Newmar customer service or the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V585000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-800-731-8300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V585 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V585000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →