Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2007 Newmar Dutch Star, most often about the electrical system. 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 March 26, 2018. Updated daily.
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
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.
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Risk. If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. If the wheel bearings overheat, there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.
Risk. A circuit breaker that is incorrectly rated for the amperage need increases the risk of a fire.
Risk. A LIFT OCCUPANT CAN BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT BEGIN TO STOW UNINTENTIONALLY.
Risk. THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.
Risk. EACH VEHICLE COULD POTENTIALLY EXPERIENCE A UNIQUE CIRCUMSTANCE WHERE ONE OR A COMBINATION OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS COULD OCCUR: LOSS OF ELECTRICAL POWER TO…
Risk. IF ALLOWED TO PROGRESS, THIS CAN LEAD TO ENGINE FAILURE WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF THE ROD RUPTURING THE LOCK CAVITY, SPILLING OIL AND DEBRIS ONTO THE ROADWAY…
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.
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
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
WHILE PLUGGED INTO 50AMP SHORE POWER, AT SAM'S TOWN CASINO RV PARK NEAR ROBINSONVILLE, MS, I NOTICED AN ODOR THAT SMELLED LIKE BURNT ELECTRICAL WIRE. I DISCOVERED MY IOTA ITS-50R HAD OVERHEATED CAUSING THE WIRES AND CONNECTIONS TO DEGRADE AND OVERHEAT. I HAVE PICTURES, BUT AM UNABLE TO UPLOAD THEM…
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.