CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Newmar BAY Star has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).
2018 Newmar BAY Star recalls
Hood Stop Can Detach in Transit, Creating Road Hazard
The adhesive that mounts the hood stop brackets on certain Newmar Bay Star and Bay Star Sport motorhomes may fail.
Overheating Power Supply Can Cause Motorhome Fire
The power supply for the WiFiRanger system in certain motorhomes may overheat.
Slide-out rooms may move unexpectedly, risking injury
On certain 2018 Newmar motorhomes, the slide-out rooms can move in or out without warning when the ignition key is in the off or accessory position and the battery disconnect switch is on.
Loose Breaker Box Connections Can Overheat and Cause Fire
Some motorhomes from model year 2018 have electrical connections inside the breaker box that may not be properly tightened.
Loose ATS Power Connection Can Overheat and Cause Fire
A loose power connection at the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) in certain Newmar motorhomes can cause heat to build up in the wiring.
Fire extinguishers may clog or fail to discharge
Certain Newmar motorhomes are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button "Pindicator" fire extinguishers that may become clogged, so the extinguisher may not discharge as expected or may require excessive force to activate.
Front lights may not work properly, raising crash risk
The front side marker lights may not be connected to the wiring harness.
Most common 2018 Newmar BAY Star problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
SAFETY ISSUE WITH 3-STEP ELECTRIC STEPS ON 2018 NEWMAR BAY STAR MOTORHOMES; STEPS ARE ONLY INCHES OFF THE GROUND WHEN EXTENDED AND WILL NOT STOP EXTENDING IF THEY COME DOWN ON TOP OF A FOOT, PET OR OTHER OBJECT. CONSUMER STATED THE STEP WHEN OPEN WAS ONLY 2 INCHES OFF THE GROUND AS YOU CAN SEE IN THE ATTACHED PHOTO, AND THAT IS WHY THE STEP WAS PARTIALLY DAMAGED WHEN IT OPENED WHILE WE WERE DRIVING.*DT CONSUMER STATED RV DEALERSHIP THAT RECENTLY WORKED ON THE RV STEP SAID HE NEVER SEEN RV STEPS THAT CAME THAT CLOSE TO THE GROUND, AND COULD SEE WHERE THERE WAS A SAFETY ISSUE. VIN NOT VALID. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED.*JB
2018 Newmar BAY Star questions
Does the 2018 Newmar BAY Star have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2018 Newmar BAY Star: Hood Stop Can Detach in Transit, Creating Road Hazard; Overheating Power Supply Can Cause Motorhome Fire; Slide-out rooms may move unexpectedly, risking injury; Loose Breaker Box Connections Can Overheat and Cause Fire; Loose ATS Power Connection Can Overheat and Cause Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Newmar BAY Star?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Newmar BAY Star has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.