Recall 15V797 affects 10 2016 Newmar King Aire vehicles missing an emergency exit window. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
Newmar is recalling 10 2016 King Aire vehicles because they were built without an emergency exit window over the driver's side dinette table. In an emergency, the missing exit window can delay or prevent escape and raise the risk of injury, and Newmar dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The emergency exit window in the 2016 Newmar King Aire is supposed to give occupants another way out of the motorhome. The window over the driver's side dinette table should use egress glass, which means glass and hardware designed so the opening can be used as an exit if the entry door is blocked.
On affected King Aire motorhomes, that dinette window was built without egress glass. The window can still look like a normal side window, but it does not provide the required escape opening on the side opposite the entry door. In NHTSA campaign 15V797, Newmar says dealers inspect the dinette table window and add an egress window if needed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is a missing safety feature, so an owner is unlikely to hear, smell, or feel anything different during normal driving or camping.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Newmar King Aire | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 10 |
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?
Without an exit window, escape can take longer or be blocked during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury. Confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the inspection soon; the dealer will inspect the window and install an egress window if needed. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Newmar King Aire is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the free inspection for the missing driver-side dinette emergency exit window.
- Have the dealer inspect the window opening and install an egress window if the coach was built without one.
- Bring the recall notice if Newmar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V797 when you call.
- Keep exit paths clear and review another emergency exit route until the inspection or repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Newmar technician inspects the window area over the driver's side dinette table to confirm whether the required emergency exit window is present. If the vehicle was built without that exit window, the dealer installs the egress window at no charge. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered under campaign 15V797. Ask the service desk to confirm the inspection result before you leave.
Timeline
| November 25, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 2, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 8, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| January 8, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V797?
Recall 15V797 covers 10 2016 Newmar King Aire motorhomes that were built without an emergency exit window over the driver's side dinette table. In an emergency, that missing exit can delay or prevent leaving the vehicle, increasing injury risk. Newmar dealers will inspect and install the egress window for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Newmar King Aire is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 15V797. If it is, contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the inspection. The dealer will inspect the window area and install an egress window for free if the recall repair is needed.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Newmar's remedy for recall 15V797 is free. A franchised Newmar dealer will inspect the window and install the needed egress window without charging for parts or labor.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V797?
The risk is delayed escape during an emergency. Recall 15V797 says the missing exit window over the driver's side dinette table can delay or prevent exit from the motorhome, increasing injury risk. The repair adds the required egress window so occupants have that exit path.
What if I bought this Newmar King Aire used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016 Newmar King Aire is included, then reference recall 15V797 when you call a franchised Newmar dealer for the inspection and repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V797000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-574-773-7791 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V797 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V797000 |
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 →