NHTSA vehicle safety data
2018 Newmar Bay Star Recalls & Complaints
The 2018 Newmar Bay Star has 7 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Newmar dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 Newmar Bay Star. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2018 Newmar Bay Star owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Newmar Bay Star, describing incidents dated March 15, 2019.
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Newest complaints
ODI #11193087 · Filed
SAFETY ISSUE WITH 3-STEP ELECTRIC STEPS ON 2018 NEWMAR BAY STAR MOTORHOMES; STEPS ARE ONLY INCHES OFF THE GROUND WHEN EXTENDED AND WILL NOT STOP EXTENDING IF THEY COME DOWN ON TOP OF A FOOT, PET OR OTHER OBJECT. CONSUMER STATED THE STEP WHEN OPEN WAS ONLY 2 INCHES OFF THE GROUND AS YOU CAN SEE IN…
Hood Stop Adhesive May Fail
NHTSA #26V108000 · Structure — Body — Hood — Hinge and Attachments · NHTSA notice
Reported February 24, 2026 · Newmar Corporation
Potentially affected: 3,582 vehicles
Repair completion: 22.56% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Newmar campaign 627 RSB · Owners notified April 20, 2026 · Vehicles built February 15, 2017 – June 6, 2018 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Hood stops that detach can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Manufacturer 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.
WiFiRanger Power Supply May Overheat
NHTSA #19V257000 · Equipment — Electrical · NHTSA notice
Reported March 29, 2019 · Newmar Corporation
Potentially affected: 476 vehicles
Repair completion: 64.92% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified April 18, 2019 · Vehicles built July 28, 2017 – January 30, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Bay Star, Essex, New Aire, 2018 Bay Start Sport, Canyon Star, Dutch Star, King Aire, Mountain Aire, Ventana LE, Ventana, and London Aire motorhomes. The power supply for the WiFiRanger may overheat.
Safety consequence
An overheated power supply can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Newmar has notified owners, and dealers will replace the power supply, free of charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Slide-Out Room may Move Unexpectedly
NHTSA #18V438000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer · NHTSA notice
Reported June 28, 2018 · Newmar Corporation
Potentially affected: 930 vehicles
Repair completion: 71.72% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified August 24, 2018 · Vehicles built January 8, 2018 – June 1, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018 Newmar Bay Star, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, Bay Star Sport, Canyon Star, Dutch Star, Essex, New Aire, Ventana LE, and Ventana motorhomes. When the ignition key is in the off/accessory position and the battery disconnect is on, the slide-out rooms on these vehicles may move in or out unexpectedly.
Safety consequence
If the slide-out room moves unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the slide-out room controller, free of charge. The recall began August 24, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Loose Electrical Connections may cause Fire
NHTSA #18V236000 · Electrical System — Wiring — Fuses and Circuit Breakers · NHTSA notice
Reported April 13, 2018 · Newmar Corporation
Potentially affected: 653 vehicles
Repair completion: 83.61% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified May 17, 2018 · Vehicles built June 2, 2017 – October 12, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018 Newmar Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, Canyon Star, Ventana LE, Ventana, Dutch Star, New Aire, Mountain Aire, London Aire, Essex, and King Aire motorhomes. The electrical connections in the breaker box may not be properly tightened, possibly causing the connections to overheat.
Safety consequence
Overheating of the electrical connections can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the loose electrical connections, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Loose Electrical Connection at Transfer Switch
NHTSA #17V830000 · Electrical System — Wiring · NHTSA notice
Reported December 19, 2017 · Newmar Corporation
Potentially affected: 2,915 vehicles
Repair completion: 79.83% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified February 5, 2018 · Vehicles built February 22, 2016 – October 9, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2018 Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, Canyon Star, Dutch Star, Essex, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, New Aire, Ventana and Ventana LE motorhomes. These vehicles may have a loose power connection at the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), possibly resulting in a build up of heat.
Safety consequence
The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electrical connection at the ATS, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
NHTSA #17V809000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported December 15, 2017 · Newmar Corporation
Potentially affected: 34,699 vehicles
Repair completion: 6.32% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Newmar campaign 17E-062 · Owners notified February 7, 2018 · Vehicles built July 24, 1997 – November 3, 2017 (per NHTSA)
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 clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer 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 information or owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791. Newmar's number for this recall is 17E-062.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Reduced Visibility/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #17V797000 · Exterior Lighting · NHTSA notice
Reported December 12, 2017 · Newmar Corporation
Potentially affected: 194 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.02% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified January 16, 2018 · Vehicles built January 20, 2017 – November 10, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018 Bay Star and Bay Star Sport motorhomes. The front side marker lights on these vehicles may not be connected to the wiring harness. Additionally, when the headlight high beams are activated, the low beams may not illuminate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
If the front side marker lights are not connected to the wiring harness, and the low beams do not illuminate when high beams are activated, it can reduce visibility to the operator and to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will connect the front side marker lights to the wiring harness, and ensure the low beam lights illuminate with high beam activation, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Newmar Bay Star model years
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