repaired · 2024 Q1
2021 Newmar Dutch StarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2021 Newmar Dutch Star, most often about the steering. It is covered by 13 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-506 the manufacturer reports only 1% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 23, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Newmar Dutch Star has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Steering
2Wheels
1Engine
1Forward collision avoidance
1Service brakes
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
13 recalls
2021 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 · 2024 Q1
Steering: critical fasteners
Risk. Loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. A blank instrument cluster display may be missing critical information such as the vehicle's speed and warning lights, which can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2023 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Steering: column
Risk. Disengagement of the steering output shaft may result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Service brakes, air: antilock
Risk. Malfunctioning brake lights can fail to alert other motorists of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Steering: critical fasteners
Risk. Difficulty steering, or the inability to steer in both directions, can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Brake lights: switch
Risk. If the brake lights do not illuminate, other motorists will be unaware of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Mechanical: integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer
Risk. If the front jacks fail, an unexpected drop can occur, increasing the risk of an injury.
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
2021 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 steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My Newmar motorhome has 20,000 miles on it. When driving on the highway the steering intermittantly gets about 60% harder to steer for approximately 20 minutes then goes back to normal. It happens repeatedly and regardless of whether you are turning or going straight. Last week the problem became…
This model motorhome has a steering assist function to allow the steering wheel effort to be adjusted to a very light turning input or a very hard turning input. This feature is known as Comfort Drive or Comfort Steer. As I was driving down the highway at 60 MPH, I got a warning on the dash that…
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