2016 Newmar Dutch Star: recalls and complaints

NHTSA advisory: do not driveCampaign 16V414000. NHTSA received the report on 8 Jun 2016. 510 units. Steering

Remedy of campaign 16V414000, in the NHTSA record

Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will inspect and replace the steering box if necessary, free of charge. Note: Owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 366.

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NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for the 2016 Newmar Dutch Star. The newest campaign is 18V245000. NHTSA received the report on 18 Apr 2018. The NHTSA record gives the component Exterior Lighting / Headlights. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 18V245000, in the NHTSA record

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the vehicles so that the low beam stays illuminated when the high beam is switched on, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

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Recall campaigns

11 campaigns, newest first. 47,803 units in total.

18V24500018 Apr 2018Exterior Lighting / Headlights
18V19800027 Mar 2018Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections
17V83000019 Dec 2017Electrical System / Wiring
17V80900015 Dec 2017Equipment
17V4970009 Aug 2017Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery / Cables
17V42000030 Jun 2017Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
16V82600015 Nov 2016Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections
16V47800028 Jun 2016Vehicle Speed Control / Accelerator Pedal
16V4140008 Jun 2016SteeringAdvisory
16V25200028 Apr 2016Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Pedals and Linkages
16V04100027 Jan 2016Equipment / Other / Labels

18V245000Received 18 Apr 2018. 2,038 units.
Exterior Lighting / Headlights
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Newmar Ventana, 2015-2016 Newmar London Aire, and 2013-2017 Newmar Dutch Star motorhomes. When switching from using the low beam headlights to the high beam headlights, the low beam headlights go out when the intention was to have both beams illuminate.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Without the low beams also illuminated when the high beams are on, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the vehicles so that the low beam stays illuminated when the high beam is switched on, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 May 2018.
18V198000Received 27 Mar 2018. 2,139 units.
Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Newmar Ventana, 2011-2017 Newmar Dutch Star, and 2011-2014 Newmar Mountain Aire vehicles, built on Freightliner XBR chassis and equipped with Cummins ISL engines. The power steering hose on the affected vehicles may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the power steering hose contacts the power stud causing a power steering fluid leak, additional steering effort may be needed increasing the risk of a crash or an electrical arc may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will reroute the power steering hose, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is FL-762.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number FL-762. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 May 2018.
17V830000Received 19 Dec 2017. 2,915 units.
Electrical System / Wiring
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2018 Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, Canyon Star, Dutch Star, Essex, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, New Aire, Ventana and Ventana LE motorhomes. These vehicles may have a loose power connection at the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), possibly resulting in a build up of heat.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electrical connection at the ATS, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Feb 2018.
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.
17V497000Received 9 Aug 2017. 1,167 units.
Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery / Cables
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014 Moutain Aire and 2014-2017 Dutch Star recreational vehicles built on Freightliner XCR chassis manufactured by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). These chassis have a battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2017. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 17V-451.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 17V-451. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Sep 2017.
17V420000Received 30 Jun 2017. 1,289 units.
Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Newmar Dutch Star and 2015-2017 Newmar Ventana motorhomes. In the affected motorhomes, the driver side and passenger side powered night shades can be lowered by using the remote when the ignition is in the ON position.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the vehicle is being driven and the button on the remote is pushed, the night shades may lower, blocking the driver's view, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners and dealers will install a relay to disable the operation of the driver and passenger night shade by the remote when the ignition is in the ON position. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Jul 2017.
16V826000Received 15 Nov 2016. 370 units.
Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Dutch Star and Ventana motorhomes manufactured January 22, 2016, to November 7, 2016, equipped with Cummins ISL engines. These vehicles, built on a Freightliner chassis, have a power steering hose that may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will reroute the power steering hose for proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2017. Owners may contact Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 809.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 16V 809. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Dec 2016.
16V478000Received 28 Jun 2016. 1,243 units.
Vehicle Speed Control / Accelerator Pedal
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star and Mountain Aire and 2015-2016 London Aire and Essex motorhomes manufactured January 28, 2013, to December 14, 2015 and built on a Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) chassis. The throttle pedal position sensor on the affected vehicles may not return to zero, causing the engine brake to suddenly not activate as expected, reducing the vehicle's deceleration ability.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A sudden loss of an engine brake without warning on a motorhome may lead to a reduced brake capacity, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will replace the throttle pedal, free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar Customer Service Department at 1-800-731-8300 or Daimler Trucks North America LLC at 1-800-547-0712, or by e-mail at DTNA.Warranty.Campaigns@Daimler.com. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 321.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 16V 321. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Aug 2016.
16V414000Received 8 Jun 2016. 510 units.
SteeringDo-not-drive advisory
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star motorhomes manufactured from June 5, 2014, through October 16, 2015, and built on a Freightliner chassis. In the affected vehicles, the steering box may have been manufactured with an incorrect spacer with insufficient height that can cause too much play, causing the connection to wear between the steering wheel and the front axle.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The steering wheel's connection to the front axle could fail resulting in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will inspect and replace the steering box if necessary, free of charge. Note: Owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 366.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 16V 366. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Jul 2016.
16V252000Received 28 Apr 2016. 1,150 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Pedals and Linkages
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Essex, and 2015-2016 London Aire vehicles manufactured March 27, 2013, to October 16, 2015 and built on a Freightliner chassis. On certain recreational vehicles built with a heavier, adjustable foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the service brakes are released.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain engaged depending on brake configuration of the trailer. As a result, the brakes would drag and possibly overheat potentially resulting in a fire. Additionally, following drivers may be confused by the motorhome's actions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will modify the affected assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Freightliner/Daimler Trucks North America LLC at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V-204.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 16V-204. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 May 2016.
16V041000Received 27 Jan 2016. 283 units.
Equipment / Other / Labels
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ventana, and Dutch Star vehicles manufactured March 19, 2015, to January 21, 2016 on Freightliner chassis. The affected vehicles have an "Incomplete Vehicle Label" that incorrectly lists the maximum front tire inflation level to be 130 pounds per square inch (psi), when the correct level is 120 psi.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the tire is overinflated due to the incorrect label, the tire may unexpectedly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner will provide a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on February 29, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Feb 2016.

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Recall Register. 2016 Newmar Dutch Star: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/newmar/dutch-star/2016/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 30 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 30 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: Newmar Corporation

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2016 Newmar Dutch Star?: 47,803 units in 11 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. 11 of them name the 2016 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2016 Newmar Dutch Star open?: The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.