2014 Newmar Dutch StarProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2014 Newmar Dutch Star, most often about the engine. It is covered by 14 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 August 26, 2021. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2014 Newmar Dutch 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
Visibility/wiper10

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

14 recalls

2014 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.

54%repaired · 2020 Q1

Exterior lighting: headlights

Recall 18V-245 · Apr 18, 2018 · 2,038 vehicles · 1,105 repaired

Risk. Without the low beams also illuminated when the high beams are on, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

66%repaired · 2020 Q1

Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections

Recall 18V-198 · Mar 27, 2018 · 2,139 vehicles · 1,411 repaired

Risk. 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…

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 →

75%repaired · 2019 Q1

12v/24v/48v battery: cables

Recall 17V-497 · Aug 9, 2017 · 1,167 vehicles · 879 repaired

Risk. A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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58%repaired · 2019 Q2

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 17V-420 · Jun 30, 2017 · 1,289 vehicles · 745 repaired

Risk. 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…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

24%repaired · 2017 Q4

Engine and engine cooling: engine

Recall 16V-478 · Jun 28, 2016 · 1,243 vehicles · 298 repaired

Risk. 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.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

83%repaired · 2017 Q4

Steering

Do not drive

Recall 16V-414 · Jun 8, 2016 · 510 vehicles · 425 repaired

Risk. 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.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

83%repaired · 2017 Q4

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages

Recall 16V-252 · Apr 28, 2016 · 1,150 vehicles · 950 repaired

Risk. 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…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

27%repaired · 2017 Q2

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 16V-008 · Jan 13, 2016 · 3,712 vehicles · 995 repaired

Risk. Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

42%repaired · 2017 Q2

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 15V-808 · Dec 1, 2015 · 979 vehicles · 413 repaired

Risk. If an individual climbed into the refrigerator and the door inadvertently latched, the person would not be able to open the door, increasing their risk of…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

100%repaired · 2018 Q4

Electrical system: wiring

Recall 15V-803 · Nov 30, 2015 · 1,085 vehicles · 1,085 repaired

Risk. A door lock actuator that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

87%repaired · 2016 Q2

Electrical system: wiring

Recall 14V-485 · Aug 6, 2014 · 63 vehicles · 55 repaired

Risk. If the headlights and fog lights go out, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

49%repaired · 2016 Q1

Equipment

Recall 14V-098 · Mar 4, 2014 · 599 vehicles · 291 repaired

Risk. If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Equipment

Recall 13V-169 · May 1, 2013 · 111 vehicles

Risk. If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk…

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

2014 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

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