2001 Newmar Kountry Star
Only 8 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 8 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 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 8 total reports mention: tires.
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RECALL 04V037000 CONCERNING NEWMARTIRES. CONSUMER RECEIVED THE RECALL LETTER ON 2/11/2004. CONSUMER CONTACTED NEWMAR CORPORATION TO REQUEST THAT ALL TIRES BE REPLACED INSTEAD OF JUST THE FRONT TIRES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040212
3 of 8 total reports mention: tires.
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DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE, SIDEWALL BLOWOUT. MICHELIN 255/80R22.5G TIRE, 13105 MILES ON VEHICLE, 36 FOOT LONG, NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR, DIESEL MOTORHOME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030828
ADD TO NHTSA 10036804. WHILE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 65 MPH, ON I-495 NEAR LITTLETON MA, AFTER THE INCIDENT IN BANGOR. THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR INSIDE DUAL TIRE ALSO BLEW A SIDEWALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030828
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 IS RECALLING 2,578 MOTORHOMES EQUIPPED WITH AXLES THAT INCLUDE BOSCH ZOPS OR ZOHT PIN SLIDE HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKES. WHEN COMBINED WITH OCCASIONAL OR SEASONAL VEHICLE OPERATION MAY EXPERIENCE CAL
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FREE OF CHARGE. WORKHORSE IS HANDLING THE REMEDY AND OWNER NOTIFICATION FOR THIS CAMPAIGN PLEASE SEE 09V-110. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE
Campaign 09V217000 — 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
2001 Newmar Kountry Star — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (5 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 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 09V217000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V809000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2001 Newmar Kountry 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 2001 Newmar Kountry Star?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Newmar Kountry Star have?
7 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.