2016 Newmar Canyon StarProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2016 Newmar Canyon Star, most often about the engine. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-809 the manufacturer reports only 6% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 4, 2025. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2016 Newmar Canyon Star has problems

2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine10
Service brakes10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

8 recalls

2016 Newmar Canyon 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.

80%repaired · 2019 Q4

Electrical system: wiring

Recall 17V-830 · Dec 19, 2017 · 2,915 vehicles · 2,327 repaired

Risk. The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

6%repaired · 2019 Q4

Equipment

Recall 17V-809 · Dec 15, 2017 · 34,699 vehicles · 2,193 repaired

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

Problem, fix and repair progress →

57%repaired · 2018 Q1

Equipment adaptive/mobility

Recall 16V-744 · Oct 17, 2016 · 114 vehicles · 65 repaired

Risk. Unintentional movement of the wheelchair lift can cause injury to the lift occupant and/or the lift operator.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

63%repaired · 2018 Q1

Equipment adaptive/mobility

Recall 16V-699 · Sep 28, 2016 · 71 vehicles · 45 repaired

Risk. If the wheelchair access door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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20%repaired · 2017 Q1

Lpg systems: water heater

Recall 15V-747 · Nov 12, 2015 · 90 vehicles · 18 repaired

Risk. The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator is to scald themselves and increasing the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

62%repaired · 2017 Q1

Power train: automatic transmission

Recall 15V-713 · Oct 28, 2015 · 93 vehicles · 58 repaired

Risk. If the vehicle can be shifted into reverse without the brakes being applied, the vehicle may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

62%repaired · 2017 Q2

Parking brake

Recall 15V-642 · Oct 13, 2015 · 86 vehicles · 53 repaired

Risk. If the parking brake does not fully engage, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

29%repaired · 2016 Q4

Fuel system, gasoline

Recall 15V-477 · Jul 28, 2015 · 472 vehicles · 139 repaired

Risk. If the exterior fuel dispensing compartment were to catch fire, the surrounding plastic wrap material could burn increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2016 vs. every other Canyon 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 Canyon Star median. How we score

'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What Canyon Star owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

Passenger side of engine valve train failure. Frozen roller bearing with heavy wear, heavy wear on cam and dropped one valve in cylinder. Major damage to cylinder wall, piston and head. Complete engine replacement needed. Only 18000 miles on this engine. Ordered new one from ford dealership. The…
Complaint 11664960 · Jun 4, 2025

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