2000 Newmar Dutch Star
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
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
45% of complaints: tires — 15 distinct reports on file.
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TWO BLOWOUTS WITH ORIGINAL MICHELIN TIRES ON MOTORHOME. 1ST FAILURE AT 12K MILES WITH INSIDE LEFT REAR AND 2ND FAILURE AT 14K MILES WITH INSIDE LEFT FRONT. CONSUMER STATED THAT TIRES WERE TOO SMALL AND IMPROPERLY RATED FOR THE LARGE MOTORHOME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030528
6% of complaints: tires — 2 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING 65-70 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE. CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, AND IT FLIPPED OVER SEVERAL TIMES DUE TO FRONT RIGHT TIRE BLOWOUT. 255/80R22.5XRV.*AK TIRES WERE PROPERLY INFLATED AT 120 PSI DURING THE TIME OF INCIDENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040408
6% of complaints: tires — 2 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: suspension — 2 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: exterior lighting — 2 distinct reports on file.
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CONSUMER STATES THE HEADLIGHTS SUPPLY VERY POOR VISIBILITY. THE CONSUMER HAS TO USE FOG LIGHTS TO SEE PROPERLY AT NIGHT. THE MOTORHOME WAS CHECKED BY THE DEALER WHO OFFERED NO SOLUTION. *SCC
NHTSA ODI report, 20020925
DUE TO MOISTURE BUILD UP IN HEADLIGHT LENS THER IS A VISIBILITY PROBLEM WHICH MAY CAUSE A CRASH. DEALER WILL REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT LENS. *AK THE LIGHT DOES NOT PENETRATE THROUGH THE MOISTURE. *YH
NHTSA ODI report, 20000920
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FRONT AND REAR ENGINE MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON FORD, SPARTAN AND WORKHORSE CHASSIS. ALL FRONT ENGINE CLASS A MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON FORD AND WORKHORSE CHASSIS WERE MANUFACTURED FROM J
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL VENT HOSE.
Campaign 00V315000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN MOTOR HOME CHASSIS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BRAKE SYSTEMS." THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR MAY NOT FU
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REVISE THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP CIRCUIT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE
Campaign 03V064000 — check if this car was fixed
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
2000 Newmar Dutch Star — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V025000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V315000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 03V064000 (service brakes, hydraulic) 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 2000 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 2000 Newmar Dutch Star?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Newmar Dutch Star have?
8 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.