repaired · 2020 Q1
Exterior lighting: headlights
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.
2016 Newmar Dutch StarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2016 Newmar Dutch Star, most often about the visibility/wiper. It is covered by 11 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 12, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Newmar Dutch Star has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Visibility/wiper
1Electrical system
1Equipment
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
11 recalls
2016 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 · 2020 Q1
Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
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…
repaired · 2019 Q4
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.
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.
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repaired · 2019 Q1
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
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…
repaired · 2018 Q1
Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
Risk. Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Engine and engine cooling: engine
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.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Steering
Do not driveRisk. 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.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
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…
repaired · 2017 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. If the tire is overinflated due to the incorrect label, the tire may unexpectedly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 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
In owners' words
What Dutch Star owners report
Recent visibility/wiper complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
While driving on I-75 in the Venice, Florida area, the lower half of the window fell off our motorcoach. The window was located on the passenger side about 22 ft from the front. I have learned this morning that many reports of this continue being reported on windows made by Hehr, which is now owned…
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