2003 Newmar Dutch Star: recalls and complaints

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• 17V80900015 Dec 2017Equipment
• 16V5010005 Jul 2016Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System
• 15V8290009 Dec 2015Steering
• 09V32400011 Aug 2009Equipment
• 08V02500024 Jan 2008Vehicle Speed Control
• 07V0750005 Mar 2007Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
• 05V2630002 Jun 2005Service Brakes, Air / Supply
• 05V17000025 Apr 2005Equipment
• 04V40300017 Aug 2004Seat Belts / Front / Anchorage
• 03V06400026 Mar 2003Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Brake Fluid Low Warning / Lamp
• 02V19800025 Jul 2002Unknown or Other
• 02V18800012 Jul 2002Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

1. 17V809000Received 15 Dec 2017. 34,699 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling various 1995-2018 motorhomes. A list of the affected vehicles available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V809-2309.pdf. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Newmar will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information or owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791. Newmar's number for this recall is 17E-062.

   Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 17E-062. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Feb 2018.

2. 16V501000Received 5 Jul 2016. 742 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1998-2010 Dutch Star, 2008 Kountry Star, 2008-2009 All Star and Ventana, 2009-2010 Dutch Aire, 2014-2015 King Aire and 2015 Essex motorhomes, built on a Spartan Motors chassis. In the affected vehicles, the flexible exhaust tube may tear allowing hot exhaust to blow against other components or materials.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect the alignment of the tubes, correcting them and replacing any that are torn. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 313.

   Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 16V 313. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Aug 2016.

3. 15V829000Received 9 Dec 2015. 1,920 units.

   Steering

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1997-2005 Dutch Star and Mountain Aire, 1998-1999 London Aire, 2004 Essex and 1997-1998 Kountry Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a loss of steering ability.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's number for this recall is 15V 633.

   Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 15V 633. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 Jan 2016.

4. 09V324000Received 11 Aug 2009. 493 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Newmar is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 motor homes and recreational vehicle trailers manufactured between march 5, 2002 and april 3, 2003, equipped with certain norcold refrigerators. The coolant solution in these cooling units can escape.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If a leak occurs and the unit continues to operate, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Newmar is working with norcold to notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The remedy campaign will be conducted by norcold. The safety recall campaign began on october 19, 2009. Owners may contact norcold service center at 1-800-767-9101 or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.

   Report filed by NEWMAR CORPORATION.

5. 08V025000Received 24 Jan 2008. 5,575 units.

   Vehicle Speed Control

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain class a motor homes constructed on ford f-53ty1 and p131 motor home chassis and equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Overheating could result in smoke or burn and an underhood fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Newmar is working with ford in conducting this recall. Ford will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332 or newmar at 574-773-7791. (note: also see ford recalls 05v017, 05v388, and 06v286)

   Report filed by NEWMAR CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number 05S28.

6. 07V075000Received 5 Mar 2007. 16,190 units.

   Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain class a and diesel pusher motor homes and fifth wheel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Newmar will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle INC. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.

   Report filed by NEWMAR CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Jan 2008.

7. 05V263000Received 2 Jun 2005. 2,127 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Supply

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain motor homes equipped with ametek ngi gauges, the air gauges are not properly calibrated and the low air warning indicator may be activated when actual air reservoir pressure readings are below the federal motor vehicle safety standard required range of 60 to 65psi.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This may cause the parking brake to engage without warning, thus throwing the passenger forward, creating the potential for injury to occupants.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Spartan is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will install a harness jumper cable to each air sender. Owners may contact spartan at 800-543-4277 or newmar at 574-773-7719.

   Report filed by NEWMAR CORPORATION.

8. 05V170000Received 25 Apr 2005. 935 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain class a motor homes equipped with vehicle systems' aqua-hot and hydro-hot water heaters, which are equipped with webasto burner tubes, the burner tubes do not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Should the burner tube fail, the coolant heater could overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle systems is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact vehicle systems at 1-800-685-4298 or newmar at 574-773-7719.

   Report filed by NEWMAR CORPORATION.

9. 04V403000Received 17 Aug 2004. 315 units.

   Seat Belts / Front / Anchorage

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain motor homes, during manufacturing, the seat belt shoulder harness attachment location for the passenger seat was not properly welded or attached.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a crash, the shoulder harness may become loose or unattached causing serious injury to anyone in the passenger seat.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will install a new plate over existing by drilling four attachment holes on each side of new plate and add securing bolts. This recall began october 1, 2004. Owners may contact newmar at 1-574-773-7791.

   Report filed by NEWMAR CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 1 Oct 2004.

10. 03V064000Received 26 Mar 2003. 1,227 units.

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Brake Fluid Low Warning / Lamp

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will revise the brake warning lamp circuit. Owner notification began april 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact newmar at 1-574-773-7791.

    Report filed by NEWMAR CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Apr 2003.

11. 02V198000Received 25 Jul 2002. 88 units.

    Unknown or Other

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    On certain diesel pusher, and class a motorhomes, a bracket securing the tv in place in the front overhead cabinet above the driver may not support the weight of the tv.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    The tv could become loose and fall out on the driver causing a loss of control of the vehicle and bodily injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will remove the tv from the front overhead cabinet and replace the installation brackets. Owner notification began july 31, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact newmar at 1-800-731-8300.

    Report filed by NEWMAR CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 31 Jul 2002.

12. 02V188000Received 12 Jul 2002. 41 units.

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    On certain class a, diesel pusher, motor homes built on freightliner chassis, the wheel well liners being installed on the front tire wells, required the air line assembly on the ifs to be moved to allow the attachment of the liners to the chassis. During this process, it has been found that if the air bags are completely deflated, the tire could rub the air line supplying air to the brakes.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    This could cause the line to fail resulting in a loss of brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will detach the support bracket for the air line that supplies the brake and move the bracket inboard 3" and reattach by welding. Owner notification began july 29, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact newmar at 1-800-731-8300.

    Report filed by NEWMAR CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Jul 2002.

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Complaints that report a crash

0

Complaints that report a fire

0

Injuries in the complaints

0

Deaths in the complaints

0

Date of the newest complaint

4 Aug 2008

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

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2. 19951
3. 19961
4. 19974
5. 19986
6. 19996
7. 20008
8. 20018
9. 200210
10. 200312
11. 200410
12. 20059
13. 20064
14. 20076
15. 20087
16. 20095
17. 20106
18. 20116
19. 20126
20. 20138
21. 201414
22. 201511
23. 201611
24. 201718
25. 201815
26. 201911
27. 202010
28. 202113
29. 20229
30. 20233

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2003 Newmar Dutch Star?

64,352 units in 12 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Newmar Dutch Star have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 78 recall campaigns for the Newmar Dutch Star, model years 1994 to 2023. 12 of them name the 2003 model year.

Which component do the complaints about the 2003 Newmar Dutch Star name most often?

Equipment: 2 of 3 component mentions.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2003 Newmar Dutch Star open?

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.