2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
6
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR
The 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR has received a total of 6 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Newmar Corporation for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (1 complaint), Electrical Systemwiring (1 complaint), and Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailer (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR, potentially affecting up to 37,941 vehicles.
Recall 17V809000 — EQUIPMENT
| 34,699 vehicles affected
Defect: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling various 1995-2018 motorhomes. A list of the affected vehicles available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V809-2309.pdf. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from...
Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Newmar will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click...
View full details →Recall 16V501000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
| 742 vehicles affected
Defect: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1998-2010 Dutch Star, 2008 Kountry Star, 2008-2009 All Star and Ventana, 2009-2010 Dutch Aire, 2014-2015 King Aire and 2015 Essex motorhomes, built on a Spartan Motors chassis. In the affected vehicles, the flexible exhaust tube may tear allowing hot exhaust to blow against other components or materials.
Consequence: If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect the alignment of the tubes, correcting them and replacing any that are torn. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2016. Owners may contact...
View full details →Recall 08V366000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
| 2,192 vehicles affected
Defect: NEWMAR IS RECALLING 772 MY 2004-2005 AMERICAN STAR, KOUNTRY AIRE, MOUNTAIN AIRE, MY 2003-2006 KOUNTRY STAR, MY 2007 X-AIRE FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS; MY 2007 BAY STAR, MY 2004-2007 KOUNTRY STAR, MY 2004-2006 MOUNTAIN AIRE, MY 2003-2005 SCOTTSDALE CLASS A MOTOR HOMES; AND MY 2004-2006 DUTCH STAR, MY 2003-2006 KOUNTRY STAR, MY 2004-2006 MOUNTAIN AIRE DIESEL PUSHER MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH...
Consequence: IF THIS SOLUTION IS EXPOSED TO AN IGNITION SOURCE UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES, IT CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy: NEWMAR IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE INC. TO MANAGE...
View full details →Recall 07V354000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
| 308 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON SPARTAN MM CHASSIS WITH CUMMINS ISL CM850 DIESEL ENGINES, THE CONNECTING ROD CONTAINS A MACHINING DEFECT IN THE WRIST PIN BUSHING OF THE ROD THAT COULD CAUSE A SEIZURE OF THE PISTON PIN.
Consequence: 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 INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: NEWMAR IS WORKING WITH SPARTAN AND CUMMINS TO RECALIBRATE THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE AND ENHANCE THE ENGINE PROTECTION SYSTEM ENABLING IT TO PROVIDE EARLY DETECTION OF THE FAILURE MODE AND AVOID MORE SERIOUS ENGINE DAMAGE AND RESULTANT SAFETY HAZARD. CUMMINS...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemwiring | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THIS IS 2ND RECALL FOR NORCOLD REFRIGERATOR IN OUR RV. RV IS IN STORAGE, BUILDING AND USED TO LIVE IN. FROZEN FOOD IN FREEZER, AND NO WHERE ELSE TO STORE IT. IT IS OVER 200 MILES TO CLOSEST REPAIR PLACE, AND INSURANCE ON RV IS FOR STORAGE ONLY AND NOT DRIVING. WILL COST OVER 200 DOLLARS FOR ROUND TRIP TO ACCOMPLISH DEFECTIVE NORCOLD PRODUCT. INSURANCE FOR RV TO MAKE TRIP WILL BE EXTRA AND OVER THE 200 DOLLAR AMOUNT. IF TURN OFF REFRIG, FREEZER WILL LOSE OVER $350 PERISHABLE ITEMS. WE ARE RETIRED, HAVE SOME DISABILITY, AND ON LIMITED INCOME. NORCOLD CAUSED THESE PROBLEMS AND SHOULD PAY TO REMEDY THEM. NORCOLD REPAIR CENTER STATED THEY COULD MAKE SERVICE CALL AT A COST OF $170, PLEASE AUTHORIZE RICH AND SONS CAMPERS SALES, WWW.RICHSONSRV.COM, PHONE 308-384-2040, TO MAKE SERVICE CALL. THE CONTACT AT RV REPAIR IS: NICK. WE HAVE NEWMAR DUTCH STAR, VIN # [XXX]; COOLING UNIT SN ON RV 8328978 R801201. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
THIS IS 2ND RECALL FOR NORCOLD REFRIGERATOR IN OUR RV. RV IS IN STORAGE, BUILDING AND USED TO LIVE IN. FROZEN FOOD IN FREEZER, AND NO WHERE ELSE TO STORE IT. IT IS OVER 200 MILES TO CLOSEST REPAIR PLACE, AND INSURANCE ON RV IS FOR STORAGE ONLY AND NOT DRIVING. WILL COST OVER 200 DOLLARS FOR ROUND TRIP TO ACCOMPLISH DEFECTIVE NORCOLD PRODUCT. INSURANCE FOR RV TO MAKE TRIP WILL BE EXTRA AND OVER THE 200 DOLLAR AMOUNT. IF TURN OFF REFRIG, FREEZER WILL LOSE OVER $350 PERISHABLE ITEMS. WE ARE RETIRED, HAVE SOME DISABILITY, AND ON LIMITED INCOME. NORCOLD CAUSED THESE PROBLEMS AND SHOULD PAY TO REMEDY THEM. NORCOLD REPAIR CENTER STATED THEY COULD MAKE SERVICE CALL AT A COST OF $170, PLEASE AUTHORIZE RICH AND SONS CAMPERS SALES, WWW.RICHSONSRV.COM, PHONE 308-384-2040, TO MAKE SERVICE CALL. THE CONTACT AT RV REPAIR IS: NICK. WE HAVE NEWMAR DUTCH STAR, VIN # [XXX]; COOLING UNIT SN ON RV 8328978 R801201. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
DURING OUR PRETRIP INSPECTION WE ALWAYS CHECK ALL LIGHTS PRIOR TO DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED BRAKE LIGHT LED ELEMENTS RANDOMLY FAIL TO LIGHT. SOMETIMES THE ENTIRE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED BRAKE LIGHT HAS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. *TR
BUSSMAN BOX IS MOUNTED ON FLOOR OF COMPARTMENT BELOW BATTERY COMPARTMENT. WATER ENTERING THE COMPARTMENT CAN POOL ON THE FLOOR AND FLOOD THE BUSSMAN BOX, RESULTING IN AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. IF THE BUSSMAN BOX IS SHORT CIRCUITED THE VEHICLE ENGINE CANNOT BE STARTED AND MAY STOP ENTIRELY. *TR
BUSSMAN BOX IS MOUNTED ON FLOOR OF COMPARTMENT BELOW BATTERY COMPARTMENT. WATER ENTERING THE COMPARTMENT CAN POOL ON THE FLOOR AND FLOOD THE BUSSMAN BOX, RESULTING IN AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. IF THE BUSSMAN BOX IS SHORT CIRCUITED THE VEHICLE ENGINE CANNOT BE STARTED AND MAY STOP ENTIRELY. *TR
Safety Rating for the 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR
Newmar Corporation has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
337 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
DISCOLORATION IN THE REFRIGERATOR ENCLOSURE WALL ADJACENT TO THE FLUE EXHAUST ON NORCOLD 1200LR REFRIGERATORS. CONCERN IS THAT THE DISCOLORATION IS DUE TO EXPOSURE TO HEAT FROM THE FLUE. *NJ
NHTSA Investigations for the 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the NEWMAR DUTCH STAR
- 2001 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 9 complaints
- 2002 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 4 complaints
- 2003 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 3 complaints
- 2004 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 4 complaints
- 2005 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 6 complaints
- 2006 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR (current)
- 2007 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 0 complaints
- 2008 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 4 complaints
- 2009 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 0 complaints
- 2010 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 0 complaints
- 2011 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 0 complaints
Other NEWMAR Models
- NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 80 total complaints
- NEWMAR BAY STAR — 57 total complaints
- NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR — 54 total complaints
- NEWMAR LONDON AIRE — 32 total complaints
- NEWMAR NEW AIRE — 28 total complaints
- NEWMAR NEWMAR — 23 total complaints
- NEWMAR VENTANA — 20 total complaints
- NEWMAR KOUNTRY AIRE — 14 total complaints