1999 Newmar Dutch Star
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 0 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 33 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 3 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 3 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 4 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 23 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
6 of 23 total reports mention: tires.
3 of 23 total reports mention: tires.
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DOT D6H6AK3X159 255 80R22.5 XRV CONSUMER STATES THAT THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW AT 55 MPH. RIGHT REAR TIRE BLEW. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. MR
NHTSA ODI report, 20021022
3 of 23 total reports mention: tires.
2 of 23 total reports mention: visibility.
2 of 23 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
SAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON SPARTAN/FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN 255/80R22.5 XRV TIRES, THE CORDS CAN FATIGUE IF THE TIRES ARE OVERLOADED OR UNDERINFLATED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ONLY THE FRONT TIRES. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE FRONT TIRES ARE NOT ROTATED TO THE REAR. A CERTIFICATION TAG DOCUMENTING THE NEW FRONT TIRES INSTALLATION AND SIMULTANEOUSLY INCR
Campaign 04V037000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN CLASS A AND DIESEL PUSHER MOTOR HOMES AND FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZE
Remedy: NEWMAR WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A M
Campaign 07V075000 — check if this car was fixed
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1997-2005 Dutch Star and Mountain Aire, 1998-1999 London Aire, 2004 Essex and 1997-1998 Kountry Aire motorhomes.
Remedy: Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016.
Campaign 15V829000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 16V501000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 17V809000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES CONSTRUCTED ON FORD F-53TY1 AND P131 MOTOR HOME CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Remedy: NEWMAR IS WORKING WITH FORD IN CONDUCTING THIS RECALL. FORD WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332 OR NEWMAR AT 574-773-7791.
Campaign 08V025000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Newmar Dutch Star — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V025000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V037000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V075000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V829000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V501000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V809000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1999 Newmar Dutch Star reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Newmar Dutch Star?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Newmar Dutch Star have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.