2021 Newmar Bay Star
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
6 recalls name the 2021 Newmar Bay Star. Newest first.
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2026 Bay Star and Bay Star Sport motorhomes. The hood stops mounting adhesive may fail, which can allow the hood stop to detach while the vehicle is in transit.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Hood stops that detach can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the hood stop brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 627 RSB.
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Bay Star, 2020-2023 Bay Star Sport, and 2022-2023 Super Star motorhomes. The seat belt brackets for the dinette seat belts were modified to avoid interference with the vehicle slide-out rollers in the floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Modified seat belt mounting brackets can fail to properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt mounting brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 604RSB.
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bay Star, 2023 Bay Star Sport and Canyon Star motorhomes. The entry door latch may fail and not allow entry or exit.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 597R.
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2022 Mountain Aire, Dutch Star, Ventana, 2021-2023 Bay Star, Canyon Star, and 2022-2023 Kountry Star, and Bay Star Sport motorhomes. The service valves on the LPG tanks may be improperly connected, which can cause a propane leak.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the service valves, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, Ventana, Dutch Star, New Aire, Canyon Star, 2019 Ventana LE, 2020-2022 Kountry Star, 2019-2020 Mountain Aire, London Aire, Essex, and 2021 Super Star vehicles. The wiring under the seats may be incorrectly secured, which can lead to a pinched wire in the seat adjustment…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and secure the wiring, adding circuit breaker and fuse protection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on June 10, 2022. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Bay Star, Ventana, New Aire, 2019-2020 Canyon Star, Bay Star Sport, Essex, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, 2018-2021 Dutch Star, 2020 Kountry Star, and 2019 Ventana LE recreational vehicles. The adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window may fail.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the windows, and replace the vent if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 10, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 21E 047.
Owner complaints
12 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Engine
1. Component failure and availability: My 2021 Newmar Bay Star 3626 motorhome, with a Ford 7.3L Godzilla V8 on an [XXX] chassis, suffered serious internal engine damage at approximately 15,000 miles. Metal was found in the oil and filter, and engine replacement was deemed necessary. Camshaft/lifter…
1. Component failure and availability: My 2021 Newmar Bay Star 3626 motorhome, with a Ford 7.3L Godzilla V8 on an [XXX] chassis, suffered serious internal engine damage at approximately 15,000 miles. Metal was found in the oil and filter, and engine replacement was deemed necessary. Camshaft/lifter failure is suspected, but the engine was not disassembled to confirm the exact cause. Photographs and service records may be available; availability of failed parts must be confirmed. 2. Safety risk: The engine developed a persistent misfire while traveling. We drove approximately 200 miles before the problem was fully evaluated. Sudden engine failure in a large motorhome can cause loss of propulsion at highway speed, inability to accelerate in traffic, or a dangerous roadside breakdown, risking occupants and other motorists. 3. Confirmation: Ford diagnostic testing confirmed a persistent cylinder 3 misfire. Codes included P0300, P0303, P0304, P0308 and P0316. Swapping the spark plug and ignition coil/wire with another cylinder did not move the misfire. Metal was found in the oil and filter. Engine replacement was recommended. 4. Inspection: A Ford dealership/service facility inspected the vehicle and performed diagnostic testing. The engine was not disassembled for a complete internal inspection. 5. Warnings and symptoms: A flashing check-engine light and cylinder 3 misfire appeared before the engine damage was fully evaluated. The misfire persisted despite swapping ignition components. The problem occurred during travel from [XXX] to [XXX]. Metal was subsequently found in the oil and filter. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- Equipment · Fuel system, other › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
The contact owns a 2021 Newmar Bay Star RV built on a 2020 Ford F-53 Chassis. The contact stated that after parking the RV, there was an abnormal propane odor outside the vehicle coming from the storage tank. The contact stated that after turning the propane fuel regulator off, the odor was no…
The contact owns a 2021 Newmar Bay Star RV built on a 2020 Ford F-53 Chassis. The contact stated that after parking the RV, there was an abnormal propane odor outside the vehicle coming from the storage tank. The contact stated that after turning the propane fuel regulator off, the odor was no longer present. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V584000 (EQUIPMENT). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The local dealer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 20,000.
- Structure › Body · Structure › Body › Hood · Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments
When opening my hood, one of the hood hinges came loose from the hood. It appears to be epoxied on from the factory. I called factory support and was told to take it to their authorized repair shop at my expense. The risks of these hoods only being secured to the vehicles posses a huge safety risk to the driver and other vehicles. It could break loose and fly off the vehicle while driving down the interstate.
- Unknown or other · Wheels
Wheel bearings and hubs failed on both front wheels of our RV. Our current mileage is 38500. According to maintenance service is not required on the bearings until 60,000 miles. At that time bearings are to be regreased. At 150,000 miles bearings are to be replaced. The mechanic that did the repair…
Wheel bearings and hubs failed on both front wheels of our RV. Our current mileage is 38500. According to maintenance service is not required on the bearings until 60,000 miles. At that time bearings are to be regreased. At 150,000 miles bearings are to be replaced. The mechanic that did the repair work informed us that we were lucky the front passenger wheel didn't fall off. I understand that the Ford F53 chassis has encountered this wheel bearing issue. We have filed a complaint with Ford with pictures and detailed information of the work that was done to both of the front wheels. The only indication we had of this issue was intermittent vibration in the front end (as if you were riding over a rumble strip). Also, the ABS light came on and then went off. We were driving from Maryland to Texas and on the last day of our trip about 100 miles from our destination is when the vibration first occurred. Upon arrival we tried to contact Ford dealerships in the Abilene, Texas area. None of the dealerships contacted would service our RV. We then contacted an independent truck repair shop who diagnosed and fixed our RV. Total cost was just under $8,900. The parts were very difficult to find from Ford. Ford said that many of the parts needed were on back order and wouldn't be available for more than a month. According to the maintenance schedule this issue should not have happened. We feel there is a major issue with the Ford F53 chassis wheel bearings and a recall should be issued by Ford due to the dangerous conditions it creates.
- Wheels
The factory installed tire pressure monitoring system does not work properly-even after a performed recall. The tpms system usually shows all tire pressures properly after initial start up and driving and then after a period of time it will start losing tire pressure signals from one to all tires…
The factory installed tire pressure monitoring system does not work properly-even after a performed recall. The tpms system usually shows all tire pressures properly after initial start up and driving and then after a period of time it will start losing tire pressure signals from one to all tires and does not give any alarm or notification that this is happening. Additionally, it will also give over temperature and over pressure alarms at various times as well even though a back up tpms system that I installed indicates that there is no issue. You have to acknowledge the alarm or it will keep going off and then it will reoccur at subsequent random times. I consider this an important safety issue because this safety system as installed by the manufacturer does not perform its proper function and cannot be relied upon. Apparently, the manufacturer (Freightliner) is aware of these issues because the newer models have a different system. I have had my Freightliner in for service at various times and have asked them if this issue is being addressed after the initial recall and they have indicated that they are not aware of any updates but they admit that many owners are having the same issue.
- Forward collision avoidance › Adaptive cruise control · Service brakes · Suspension
Anti-Skid light on, Hill Start Assist Not Available Light on and Cruise Control inoperable. Come to a stop, turn engine off. Restart engine, Anti-Skid light still on, drive away and within 100 yards Skid light will turn off and cruise control will work. Within 5 miles Anti- Skid light back on and…
Anti-Skid light on, Hill Start Assist Not Available Light on and Cruise Control inoperable. Come to a stop, turn engine off. Restart engine, Anti-Skid light still on, drive away and within 100 yards Skid light will turn off and cruise control will work. Within 5 miles Anti- Skid light back on and cruise control cuts out. Repeat procedure again. Same results. At times, no problem for 150 miles. At times, light will not shut off. This is a serious problem as anti lock braking might be affected in wet conditions, also no cruise control and no Anti skid available.
- Unknown or other · Visibility/wiper
My dual pane windows are delaminating causing foggy windows. All windows seem to be defective accept front windshield.
- Forward collision avoidance › Adaptive cruise control · Service brakes, air › Antilock › Abs warning light · Unknown or other
It all started with the advance traction control. driving down the highway with wind gust disabilies the cruise control and then the ABS. This continued to happen. your have to pull over and turn off the rv to reset the ABS. on the long trip we were pulling over about every 10 to 15 minutes to…
It all started with the advance traction control. driving down the highway with wind gust disabilies the cruise control and then the ABS. This continued to happen. your have to pull over and turn off the rv to reset the ABS. on the long trip we were pulling over about every 10 to 15 minutes to reset the system. we took our ford V8 rv into shop for repair. after having the repair done. We took a trip and immediately it happened again. it was not fixed. we were told this problem IS not fixable from ford after spending $581 for nothing. And told it was not under warranty. Purchased in june 30 2021. we believe this IS a main problem due to your speed and the cruise control kicking off the ABS, disabling the ABS, especialy in traffic. Newmar and ford, both do not want to take responsilibity and we are left hanging with this problem. we have come to believe that this IS a problem with all 2021 or older V53 chassic on rv's that does not have a fix on numerous rv manufacturers. everyone that uses that platform
- Fuel/propulsion system · Vehicle speed control · Wheels
RV was purchased March 2021, 700 miles on it when purchased. First time using it not 100 miles from home Service Advance Trac warning comes on, we lose cruise control when it comes on. Call Ford Service they tell us it is ok to drive that way, but should have it checked. Then ABS warning and check…
RV was purchased March 2021, 700 miles on it when purchased. First time using it not 100 miles from home Service Advance Trac warning comes on, we lose cruise control when it comes on. Call Ford Service they tell us it is ok to drive that way, but should have it checked. Then ABS warning and check engine light comes on. Have had them worked many times and they still come on. (Not fixed) Brake handle comes off in three pieces (fixed), Hood latch does not work (took three months to fix), Recall on rear bearings (took a month to fix) Leveling jack leaking fluid (fixed), wheel seal leaking (fixed) water heater leaking, ruined cabinets, (fixed), awning does not work (waiting to get fixed) Every trip we have taking something has gone wrong. This is a 3 ring circus trying to get things fixed. there are more receipts but do not have copies.
- Electrical system · Power train · Service brakes
2021 newmar baystar w/ ford F53 chassis. ABS & traction control (advancetrac) lights came on 10 minutes after we took delivery of rv. 32 days in ford service dept. Replaced ABS sensor. Replaced ecbm. Performed wiring harness overlay (first partial, then complete). Replaced o-ring + wheel hub +…
2021 newmar baystar w/ ford F53 chassis. ABS & traction control (advancetrac) lights came on 10 minutes after we took delivery of rv. 32 days in ford service dept. Replaced ABS sensor. Replaced ecbm. Performed wiring harness overlay (first partial, then complete). Replaced o-ring + wheel hub + brake rotor assembly. Warning lights went out, but came on again about 250 miles later. Cruise control & hill assist disabled. 11 days in 2ND ford service dept. Removed & replaced entire wiring harness overlay. Warning lights went out. Not sure for how long. Was told ford makes the wiring harness as part of chassis but newmar modifies it when coach put on.
- Service brakes
New newmar bay star 2021 on a 2020 ford F53 chassis. on our first trip we noticed brake noises. we took it to a ford service center and they reported both front brake pads were cracked and the rotors damaged. this IS a brand new rv!
- Forward collision avoidance › Adaptive cruise control · Forward collision avoidance › Automatic emergency braking
New 2021 newmar bay star, which has a 2020 ford F53 chassis. while driving on the freeway the service advancetrac warning appeared on dash along with amber warning light. this disables traction control system including cruise control, hill assist and maybe ABS. problem has yet to be diagnosed/resolved.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10237011Newmar has decided to add straps to coaches equipped with a front overhead bunk to prevent the possibility of the bunk lowering if the latches were not securely or properly latched and/or unintentional latch release.
- 10235154Lippert notified Newmar of a safety defect (23E-008) on latches used on certain Lippert doors that Newmar installed. In return, Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes built with Lippert entrance doors with a Global Link door latch.
- 10222214Due to notification from Manchester Tank, the manufacturer of the LP tank, and a bulletin from RegO, the manufacturer of the LP tank service valve, Newmar has issued recall NHTSA #22V 584 and TC# 2022-550.
- 10214163Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in specific motorhomes built on Freightliner and Ford Chassis. On certain Newmar Class A motorhomes, the wiring under the seats may be incorrectly secured, which may lead to a pinched wire in the seat/slide adjustment mechanism.
- 10202751Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes. Lippert (Newmars window supplier) is recalling Hehr 6400 series window vents (Lippert recall 21E 047) built between 10/01/2018 and 08/13/2020, which were used on various coach models during the affected period. The adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window may fail. Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- 10201821Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in specific motorhomes. On certain motorhomes equipped with a Dometic propane gas stove, there could be an odor of propane gas after a short period of use
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