2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
The 2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER, STEERING. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine And Engine Coolingenginediesel (1 complaint), Equipment (1 complaint), and Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR, potentially affecting up to 37,298 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 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 06V280000 — STEERING
| 99 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN CHASSIS MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH INCORRECT STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFTS. THE SPLINE CAN STRIP WHILE THE STEERING WHEEL IS BEING TURNED.
Consequence: THIS STEERING CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: WORKHORSE IS CONDUCTING THIS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 06V148). THEY WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 1-877-294-6773 OR NEWMAR AT 574-773-7791.
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 2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Coolingenginediesel | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2007 Newmar Kountry Star. The contact stated that three of the four mounting bolts on the satellite dish were fractured. The contact decided to remove the satellite dish to prevent a potential failure. The contact initially notified the vehicle manufacturer of the failure and referred him to the maker of the satellite dish. The satellite dish manufacturer stated that the installation of the satellite was the responsibility of the vehicle manufacturer. Neither of the manufacturers had taken responsibility for the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR. SPARTAN MOTORS INC SAFETY RECALL ON ENGINES. CUSTOMER WANT THEM TO REDO THE RECALL**NAR**CC *JB
2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR WINDSHIELD WIPERS INOPERATIVE. *TS THE COACH HAS A ONE PIECE WINDSHIELD. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE WILL NOT REMAIN IN CONTACT WITH THE WINDSHIELD WHEN THERE IS THE SLIGHTEST WIND. THIS CAUSED POOR VISIBILITY.
Safety Rating for the 2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
- 2002 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR — 7 complaints
- 2003 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR — 7 complaints
- 2004 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR — 10 complaints
- 2005 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR — 4 complaints
- 2006 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR — 1 complaint
- 2007 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR (current)
- 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR — 0 complaints
Other NEWMAR Models
- NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 208 total complaints
- NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 80 total complaints
- NEWMAR BAY STAR — 57 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