Recall 25V431 covers 541 2016-2024 Newmar King Aire, London Aire, and Essex motorhomes for loose baggage door skins. Free repair at any franchised Newmar dealer.
Newmar is recalling 541 2016-2024 King Aire, London Aire, and Essex motorhomes because baggage door skins can loosen and separate from the door frame. A detached door skin can become a road hazard and increase crash risk; Newmar dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The baggage door on 2016-2024 Newmar King Aire, London Aire, and Essex motorhomes is the exterior compartment door for underbody storage. Its outer skin is bonded to the door frame, so the door stays attached and sealed while the motorhome moves over road vibration and debris.
On affected motorhomes, the tape bond between the perimeter of the door frame and the perimeter of the door skin did not hold as designed. Newmar traced the problem to the skin assembly process, primer application, and vibration plus debris working into the tape joint. As the bond weakens, the skin can loosen around the edge and separate from the frame. Newmar's repair adds mechanical fasteners and Sika adhesive to secure the skin to the frame.
The warning sign is a baggage door skin that feels loose around the perimeter or shows a gap at the edge. If you see movement, looseness, or separation, treat that door as part of the recall concern and have a Newmar dealer inspect it.
Who's affected?
Spans three Newmar motorhome lines across model years 2016-2024, with baggage-door hardware listed under body-structure components.
| 2020 Newmar King Aire | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2024 Newmar London Aire | body structure |
| 2024 Newmar London Aire | body or structural component |
| 2023 Newmar Essex | body structure |
| 2023 Newmar Essex | body or structural component |
| 2016 Newmar King Aire | body structure |
| 2016 Newmar King Aire | body or structural component |
| 2017 Newmar King Aire | body structure |
| 2017 Newmar King Aire | body or structural component |
| 2018 Newmar King Aire | body structure |
| 2018 Newmar King Aire | body or structural component |
| 2022 Newmar King Aire | body structure |
| 2022 Newmar King Aire | body or structural component |
| 2024 Newmar King Aire | body structure |
| 2024 Newmar King Aire | body or structural component |
| 2023 Newmar London Aire | body structure |
| 2023 Newmar London Aire | body or structural component |
| 2023 Newmar King Aire | body structure |
| 2023 Newmar King Aire | body or structural component |
| 2024 Newmar Essex | body structure |
| 2024 Newmar Essex | body or structural component |
| 2020 Newmar King Aire | body or structural component |
| 2019 Newmar King Aire | body structure |
| 2019 Newmar King Aire | body or structural component |
| 2021 Newmar King Aire | body structure |
| 2021 Newmar King Aire | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 541 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year, model, and motorhome line narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose baggage door skin can detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Check the door perimeter for looseness before travel and schedule the recall repair promptly if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2024 Newmar King Aire, London Aire, or Essex motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the free baggage-door inspection and repair.
- Schedule the fastener and adhesive repair that keeps the baggage door skins attached to the door frame.
- Bring the recall notice Newmar mailed, or reference recall number 25V431 when you call.
- Avoid driving with a loose baggage door skin; ask the dealer for guidance before travel if the door skin is separating.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Newmar technician inspects the baggage doors to see whether the door skins are secure to the frames. If a door needs repair, the technician adds fasteners and adhesive to hold the skin to the frame. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Newmar has a general reimbursement plan on file for related out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall notice. If you already paid for a baggage door skin repair, contact Newmar customer service and ask what documentation is required for reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 27, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 7, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| August 22, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V431?
Recall 25V431 covers 541 2016-2024 Newmar King Aire, London Aire, and Essex motorhomes with baggage door skins that can loosen and separate from the door frame. A detached door skin can become a road hazard and increase crash risk. Newmar dealers will inspect the doors and add fasteners and adhesive for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2024 Newmar King Aire, London Aire, or Essex is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 25V431. If it is, contact a franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the baggage door inspection and repair. Reference Newmar recall number 619 RSB when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. For recall 25V431, Newmar dealers will inspect the baggage doors and add fasteners and adhesive for free. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Newmar dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a baggage door skin separating from the motorhome while it is being driven. If the detached skin lands in the roadway, it can create a road hazard and increase crash risk. The fix is a free dealer inspection with fasteners and adhesive added where needed.
When did Newmar notify owners?
Newmar mailed owner letters on August 22, 2025. If you bought the motorhome used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call a franchised Newmar dealer with recall number 619 RSB. Newmar customer service is also listed at 1-800-731-8300.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V431000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-800-731-8300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V431 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V431000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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