2008 Newmar Grand Star CA Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2008 Newmar Grand Star CA has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).

3Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Grand Star CA?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2008 Newmar Grand Star CA recalls

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Recall 12V371Jul 31, 201270 vehicles affected

Equipment

Recall 11V235Apr 12, 20115,486 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Recall 09V217Jun 11, 20092,578 vehicles affected

Most common 2008 Newmar Grand Star CA problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure2
Tires2

What owners report

2009-08-19, Structure
INNER FENDER WALLS ON THE NEWMAR 2008 GRANDSTAR 3750 ARE TOO CLOSE TO THE REAR INSIDE DUAL TIRE, CAUSING BOLT RUBBING ON SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE, CAUSING THE BOLT TO WEAR INTO TIRE SIDEWALL SHEARING OFF THE RUBBER, COMPROMISING THE TIRE. *TR
2009-05-11, Structure
DURING A SERVICE AT A FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS CENTER, THEIR SAFETY INSPECTION REVEALED BOTH INNER TIRES ON THE REAR DUALS ARE COMING IN CONTACT WITH THE COACH FRAME. AT 5K MILES, ONE TIRE NEAR FAILURE, THE OTHER LESS SO. VISUAL INSPECTION SHOWS A TOO CLOSE GAP BETWEEN THE TIRE TREAD AND COACH BODY WHEN VEHICLE IS UNLOADED. APPROXIMATE 1/4" GAP ON LEFT, 1/2" ON RIGHT AT THE TREAD. AS THE SUSPENSION COMPRESSES OR THE VEHICLE IS LOADED, THE SIDEWALL , AS IT WIDENS TOWARDS THE WHEEL, IS IN CONSTANT, INCREASING CONTACT WITH A PIECE OF ANGLE IRON THAT IS BOLTED TO THE COACH FRAME ON BOTH SIDES. THE TIRE SIDEWALL IS THEN SLOWLY SHAVED OFF AND FRICTION CAUSES SIGNIFICANT HEAT INCREASES. DEFECT

2008 Newmar Grand Star CA questions

Does the 2008 Newmar Grand Star CA have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 Newmar Grand Star CA: Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Equipment; Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Newmar Grand Star CA?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2), Tires (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Newmar Grand Star CA 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.

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