2013 NEWMAR CANYON STAR
8 recalls, 1 complaints - 6 TSBs
17V809000 Dec 15, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
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. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become c... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more i... Read more
16V744000 Oct 17, 2016
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2017 Canyon Star motor homes manufactured September 7, 2011, to September 6, 2016 and equipped with wheelchair lifts. Incorrect bolts may have been used to install the wheelchair lift base. These bolts may unexpectedly break allowing... Read more
Consequence
Unintentional movement of the wheelchair lift can cause injury to the lift occupant and/or the lift operator.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Newmar service facilities will replace the wheelchair lift base mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
16V008000 Jan 13, 2016
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 Bay Star, Dutch Star, and Ventana, 2012-2014 Bay Star Sport and Ventana VL, 2008-2015 Canyon Star, 2009-2010 Dutch Aire and 2008 Kountry Star motorhomes manufactured May 29, 2007, to January 14, 2015, and equipped with certain Coa... Read more
Consequence
Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on February 17, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791 or Lippert Customer service at 574-537-8900. Newmar's number for this re... Read more
15V808000 Dec 1, 2015
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 King Aire, 2009-2014 Essex, 2011-2015 Mountain Aire, Ventana, and Dutch Star, 2012-2014 Ventana LE, 2012-2015 Canyon Star, and 2015 London Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with refrigerator door latches that ma... Read more
Consequence
If an individual climbed into the refrigerator and the door inadvertently latched, the person would not be able to open the door, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a new replacement door latch that will not automatically latch, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
15V477000 Jul 28, 2015
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Canyon Star toy haulers manufactured from November 28, 2007, through July 9, 2015, and model year 2007-2009 All Star toy haulers manufactured from January 30, 2006, through October 21, 2009. There is unprotected flammable plastic... Read more
Consequence
If the exterior fuel dispensing compartment were to catch fire, the surrounding plastic wrap material could burn increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective metal sheet on the top of the exterior fuel compartment. The repair will be performed free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791.
14V098000 Mar 4, 2014
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Bay Star Sport, Bay Star, Canyon Star, Ventana LE, Ventana, Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, and Essex recreational vehicles manufactured February 18, 2013, through November 15, 2013, and equipped with Frigidaire KG series microwaves. ... Read more
Consequence
If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners and dealers. The recall began on April 17, 2014. Owners may contact Newmar at 1-800-731-8300.
13V170000 May 1, 2013
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Canyon Star motorhomes manufactured August 4, 2011, through February 19, 2013, for failing to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." ... Read more
Consequence
The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the motorhome, increasing the risk that another vehicle may crash into the motorhome.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners and dealers will install the required reflectors. The safety recall began on June 20, 2013. Owners may contact Newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
13V169000 May 1, 2013
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation is recalling certain model year 2013 Bay Star Sport, Ventana and Ventana LE and model year 2013-2014 Bay Star, Canyon Star and Dutch Star motorhomes. If the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowingly become damaged.
Consequence
If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with a design that is not subject to an out-of-sequence installation error. The recall began on June 28, 2013. Owners may contact Newmar at 1-574-773-7791 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are bei... Read more
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 25, 2020
Incident date: Sep 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NEWMAR CANYON STAR 3920 WITH A 2013 FORD F53 CHASSIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RV WAS AT STAND STILL ON THE OUTSIDE OF A PARKING LOT, WHEN OPENING THE REAR DOOR, IT DETACHED COMPLETELY AND FELL ON THE CONTACT. THE CONTACT DID NOT SUSTAINED ANY INJURIES OR SEEK MEDICAL ... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 NEWMAR CANYON STAR
6 manufacturer communications from 5 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| 351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | 1 |
15V808
Aug 25, 2017
351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Mailing second notice on not corrected customer letters on NHTSA Recall: Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motor homes. Issue: Certain motorhomes may have a defective refriger
TSB 446
Feb 18, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
NEWMAR CORPORATION HAS DECIDED THAT A DEFECT RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS IN SPECIFIC MOTOR HOMES. NHTSA#: 16V 008 TC#: 2016-018 NEWMAR CORPORATION HAS BEEN ADVISED BY LIPPERT COMPONENTS THAT ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES USING LCI COAC
TSB 441
Jan 5, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
NEWMAR CORPORATION HAS DECIDED THAT A DEFECT RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS IN SPECIFIC MOTOR HOMES. CERTAIN MOTORHOMES MAY HAVE A DEFECTIVE REFRIGERATOR TRAVEL LATCH THAT MAY ACTIVATE WITHOUT THE USER?S KNOWLEDGE WHEN THE DOORS
TSB 426
Sep 15, 2015
071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Newmar Corporation has determined a defect exist in certain toy hauler units with an exterior fuel compartment.Units affected: Canyon Stars (floorplan 3920 and 3921) and All Stars (floorplan 4153 and 4257) Flammable materials are exposed
TSB 426
Sep 15, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Newmar Corporation has determined a defect exist in certain toy hauler units with an exterior fuel compartment.Units affected: Canyon Stars (floorplan 3920 and 3921) and All Stars (floorplan 4153 and 4257) Flammable materials are exposed
TSB 408
Apr 17, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN FEBRUARY 18, 2013 AND NOVEMBER 15, 2013, EQUIPPED WITH FRIGIDAIRE KG SERIES MICROWAVES, A DEFECT IN THE MICROWAVE OVEN KEYPAD COULD CAUSE THE OVEN TO ACTIVATE WITHOUT PRESSING ANY KEYS, WHICH COULD R
NEWMAR CANYON STAR - All Years Overview
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Total Recalls
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Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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