repaired · 2019 Q4
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
2005 Newmar Dutch StarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2005 Newmar Dutch Star, most often about the latches/locks/linkages. It is covered by 9 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 December 15, 2017. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2005 Newmar Dutch Star has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Latches/locks/linkages1 crash/fire/injury
1Electrical system
1Equipment
1Steering
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2005 Newmar Dutch 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 · 2017 Q4
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
Risk. If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2017 Q2
no report yet
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. IF THIS SOLUTION IS EXPOSED TO AN IGNITION SOURCE UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES, IT CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
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no report yet
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Risk. THE OPERATOR MAY NOTICE HIGHER REQUIRED STEERING WHEEL INPUTS, OR THE NEED FOR MORE STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS WHILE DRIVING IN A STRAIGHT LINE IN COMBINATION…
no report yet
Service brakes, air: supply
Risk. THIS MAY CAUSE THE PARKING BRAKE TO ENGAGE WITHOUT WARNING, THUS THROWING THE PASSENGER FORWARD, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY TO OCCUPANTS.
no report yet
Equipment
Risk. SHOULD THE BURNER TUBE FAIL, THE COOLANT HEATER COULD OVERHEAT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
no report yet
Front: anchorage
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SHOULDER HARNESS MAY BECOME LOOSE OR UNATTACHED CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY TO ANYONE IN THE PASSENGER SEAT.
no report yet
Front: buckle assembly
Risk. THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MAY UNLATCH IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
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
2005 vs. every other Dutch 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 Dutch Star median. How we score
'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2005 Newmar Dutch Star, and the recalls they led to.
- LIFT ASSISSTED CARGO DOORSNo recall
In owners' words
What Dutch Star owners report
Recent latches/locks/linkages complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I HAVE A NEWMAR RV AND THE DOORS ON THE STORAGE AREAS ON THE SIDES CAN COME OPEN WHEN DRIVING DONE THE ROAD. ONE SUCH DOOR OPENED AND HIT A MOTORCYCLE PARKED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THIS COULD OF BEEN A DEATH IF THE RIDER WOULD OF BEEN ON HIS BIKE. THE COMPANY WAS INFORMED AND OF COURSE THEIR…
AUTOMATIC SLIDE LOCKS FAILED TO CLOSE ON SLIDES. THEY HAVE A CHEAP SCREW THAT THEY BEND TO MAKE CONTACT WITH A MAGNET. VERY POOR DESIGN. *NM
Own a 2005 Dutch Star?
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