repaired · 2026 Q3
Hood: hinge and attachments
NewRisk. Hood stops that detach can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2021 Newmar BAY StarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 12 owner complaints about the 2021 Newmar BAY Star, most often about the wheels. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-234 the manufacturer reports only 50% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 29, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Newmar BAY Star has problems
12 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Wheels
3Forward collision avoidance
3Service brakes
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Fuel system, other
1Power train
1Visibility/wiper
1Service brakes, air
1Structure
55 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, other | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, air | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 5 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2021 Newmar BAY Star recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Rear/other: anchorage
Risk. Modified seat belt mounting brackets can fail to properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Doors: latch
Risk. The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Lpg systems: lines and fittings
Risk. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2024 Q1
repaired · 2023 Q2
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Newmar.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other BAY Star year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the BAY Star median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What BAY Star owners report
Recent wheels complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Wheel bearings and hubs failed on both front wheels of our RV. Our current mileage is 38500. According to maintenance service is not required on the bearings until 60,000 miles. At that time bearings are to be regreased. At 150,000 miles bearings are to be replaced. The mechanic that did the repair…
The factory installed tire pressure monitoring system does not work properly-even after a performed recall. The tpms system usually shows all tire pressures properly after initial start up and driving and then after a period of time it will start losing tire pressure signals from one to all tires…
RV was purchased March 2021, 700 miles on it when purchased. First time using it not 100 miles from home Service Advance Trac warning comes on, we lose cruise control when it comes on. Call Ford Service they tell us it is ok to drive that way, but should have it checked. Then ABS warning and check…
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