Recall 16V756 affects 15 2017 Newmar King Aire motorhomes for upside-down OnGuard radar that reduces collision-mitigation performance. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
Newmar is recalling 15 2017 King Aire motorhomes because the WABCO OnGuard collision mitigation radar can be mounted upside down on the front lower bumper, reducing its performance. Reduced radar performance increases the risk of a crash, and Newmar dealers will correct the installation free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The WABCO OnGuard radar on the 2017 Newmar King Aire is part of the forward collision avoidance system. It sits in the front lower bumper and scans the road ahead so the collision mitigation system has the distance information it needs to react to traffic in front of the motorhome. The system depends on the radar being aimed and mounted in the correct orientation.
On recalled King Aire motorhomes, the radar was installed upside down in the front lower bumper. When the sensor is inverted, it still operates, but its performance is degraded because it is reading from the wrong orientation. That reduced performance can limit how well the collision mitigation system detects and responds to an obstacle ahead, increasing the risk of a crash or property damage.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver should not rely on a dashboard message or obvious change in how the motorhome feels to identify this installation problem.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Newmar King Aire | Sensing system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 15 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Newmar King Aire motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Reduced performance from the collision mitigation radar can leave the driver with less help from the crash mitigation system, increasing the risk of a crash. Until the vehicle is inspected, leave extra following distance and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Newmar King Aire is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the free OnGuard radar orientation check and correction that fixes the reduced collision mitigation performance.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 16V756 when you call.
- Drive with extra following distance until the radar orientation is checked and corrected.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Newmar technician checks whether the WABCO OnGuard collision mitigation radar is mounted in the correct orientation on the front lower bumper. If the radar is upside down or positioned incorrectly, the technician corrects the orientation. The inspection and any needed correction are free under the recall. Newmar has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related repair before the recall work. Bring repair invoices or other documentation, and contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 if the service desk needs claim instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 19, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 14, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 23, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| December 23, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 23, 2016 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 23, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V756?
Recall 16V756 covers 15 2017 Newmar King Aire motorhomes with WABCO OnGuard collision mitigation radar that was installed upside down on the front lower bumper. The incorrect orientation can reduce system performance and increase crash risk. Newmar dealers correct it for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Newmar King Aire is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 16V756. If it is, contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the OnGuard radar inspection and correction. Reference recall number 16V756 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost. Newmar dealers will check the orientation of the OnGuard radar and correct it as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced collision mitigation radar performance. If the WABCO OnGuard radar is mounted upside down, the system performance is decreased, increasing crash risk. The dealer repair restores the radar orientation at no cost.
When did Newmar notify owners?
Newmar began the recall on December 14, 2016. If you bought the motorhome used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or a franchised Newmar dealer with recall number 16V756.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V756000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-800-731-8300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V756 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V756000 |
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 →