CarRecallWatchThe 2001 Newmar Dutch Star has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Equipment (2 reports).
2001 Newmar Dutch Star recalls
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.
Exhaust Tube Can Tear, Risking Fire in Motorhomes
The flexible exhaust tube in certain Newmar Dutch Star motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis may tear.
Steering Bracket May Crack, Causing Loss of Steering
A steering gear mounting bracket in certain Newmar motorhomes may crack, which can cause a loss of steering ability.
Most common 2001 Newmar Dutch Star problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Equipment | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
2001 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR DIESEL PUSHER WITH SPARTAN CHASSIS, THE BALL JOINTS ON THE FRONT END HAVE FAILED MOTORHOME ONLY HAS 60,000 MILES. *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 NEWMAR DUTCHSTAR RV. THE RV HAS A DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR, MODEL NUMBER NDR1062. THE CONTACT NOTICED A YELLOW RESIDUE LEAKING FROM THE REFRIGERATOR AND SMELLED AMMONIA. IN ADDITION, SMOKE EXPELLED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE RV WAS TAKEN TO TWO INDEPENDENT DEALERS WHO STATED THE REFRIGERATOR WAS UNABLE TO BE REPAIRED FOR THE MALFUNCTIONS AND REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. THE CONTACT PURCHASED A NEW REFRIGERATOR UNAWARE OF THE RECALL UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 08E032000 (EQUIPMENT). DOMETIC REFUSED TO REIMBURSE FOR THE REFRIGERATOR. UPDATED 04/20/10
WHEN DRIVING OVER UNEVEN HIGHWAY, THE VEHICLE FLEXES AND THE WINDSHIELDS POP OUT OF THE FRAME. ON TWO OCCASIONS THE WINDSHIELDS SHATTERED. MULTIPLE INCIDENTS DURING THE PAST 14 MONTHS...THE MOST RECENT WAS APRIL 3. *TR
ELECTRIC LIFT PUMP FAILURE ON CUMMINS DIESEL (FAILURE DUE TO THE NEW ULSD FUEL AND WRONG GASKET MATERIAL USED FOR GASKETS--CAUSES A DIESEL LEAK ON TO HOT ENGINE ABOVE STARTER WHICH COULD CAUSE SERIOUS FIRE). I ASKED CUMMINS HOW MANY LIFTS THEY'VE HAD TO SEND OUT TO DEALERS TO REPLACE, AND THEY REFUSED TO ANSWER. (I WAS IN CUMMINS DIESEL PARKING LOT AT THE TIME--I KNEW THERE WAS A LEAK, THEY COULDN'T FIX IT THAT DAY, IT BROKE DOWN BEFORE I COULD GET OUT OF PARKING LOT, HAD TO SIT THERE OVER WEEKEND UNTIL THE 7TH. HAD TO USE PERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACT TO PAY FOR REPAIR, I BELIEVE SHOULD HAVE BEEN CUMMINS REPAIR-DEFECT. CATERPILLAR & DETROIT NOT HAVING PROBLEM, ONLY CUMMINS. *TR
TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR RV, MODEL 40195. DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR RECALL MODEL #NDR1062 AND SERIAL # 01300099.. THE CONTACT READ IT IN THE GOOD SAM BOOK AND WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE DELAY IN HAVING REPAIRS MADE TO THE REFRIGERATOR. TO DATE, THE CONTACT HAS HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH THE DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR. *AK UPDATED 01/30/07. *JB
2001 Newmar Dutch Star questions
Does the 2001 Newmar Dutch Star have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2001 Newmar Dutch Star: Fire extinguishers may clog or fail to discharge; Exhaust Tube Can Tear, Risking Fire in Motorhomes; Steering Bracket May Crack, Causing Loss of Steering; Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Newmar Dutch Star?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment (2), Electrical System (1), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Newmar Dutch Star has been fixed?
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