2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
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Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
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Investigations
Overview of the 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
The 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM.
Recalls for the 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR, potentially affecting up to 35,441 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 →Owner Complaints for the 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR.
Safety Rating for the 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR
- 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 — 3 complaints
- 2008 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR (current)
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