2000 Newmar Dutch Star Problems
- Complaints
- 33filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 23,600miles, 18 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 8campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2000 Newmar Dutch Star (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 33 consumer complaints for the 2000 Newmar Dutch Star. The part named most often is tires, with 19 complaints (58% of the total), followed by suspension (4) and steering (3). 18 of the complaints include a mileage, and 89% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 23,600 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Tires complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Tires19 58%
- Suspension4 12%
- Steering3 9.1%
- Electrical system2 6.1%
- Engine cooling2 6.1%
- Exterior lighting2 6.1%
- Other or unknown2 6.1%
- Brakes1 3.0%
- Equipment1 3.0%
- Vehicle speed control1 3.0%
Example complaints
Tires: “Recall notice on my 2000 Dutch Star motorhome w/michelin 255/80r22.5 tires. Just notified by ltr dated 1-26-04 from Newmar corp. I have attempted 3 times to contact them, and they refuse to return calls or answer their phone other than automated.tires failed w/less than 27,000 miles in oct 2002.”
NHTSA complaint #10056950, filed 2004-02, 27,000 milesSuspension: “I have a 2000 motorhome on a spartan chassis. The ball joints are bad and I believe this is a safety problem. Spartan chassis has known about this problem for years and refuses to repair or acknowledge.”
NHTSA complaint #10358793, filed 2010-10, 22,000 milesElectrical system: “Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2000 Newmar Dutch Star RV. After driving the RV on a road trip, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The RV was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the RV mileage was 102,000, and at the time it was taken to an independent mechanic, it was determined that the odometer had been disconnected. The contact contacted the State Enforcement Agency for odometer fraud and was referred to an attorney. The mileage remained 102,000. The contact was unable to determine the actual mileage.”
NHTSA complaint #11700840, filed 2025-11, 102,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
89% of the 18 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 19,000 and 34,300 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 17V809000Dec 15, 2017EquipmentCovers: Newmar Dutch Star 1998–2018, Mountain Aire 1995–2018, London Aire 1995–2018 +14 more
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…
- 16V501000Jul 5, 2016Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust systemCovers: Newmar Dutch Star 1998–2010, King Aire 2014–2015, Dutch Aire DP 2009–2010 +4 more
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. In the affected…
- 15V829000Dec 9, 2015SteeringCovers: Newmar Dutch Star 1997–2005, Mountain Aire 1997–2005, Kountry Aire 1997–1998 +2 more
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. The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a…
- 08V025000Jan 24, 2008Vehicle speed controlCovers: Newmar Dutch Star 1994–2003, Kountry Aire 1994–2003, Mountain Aire 1994–2003 +2 more
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.
- 07V075000Mar 5, 2007Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Newmar Dutch Star 1997–2003, Kountry Aire 1997–2003, Mountain Aire 1997–2003 +5 more
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. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an…
- 04V037000Jan 28, 2004TiresCovers: Newmar Dutch Star 1997–2000, Kountry Star 2001–2002
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.
See all 8 recalls for the 2000 Newmar Dutch Star → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10121941Sep 28, 2017Equipment. If the coach's HWH leveling system has intermittent issues when operating, check for corrosion or loose mounting bolts. Torque the mounting bolts (if needed) to 30 ft. pounds. A ground cable may…
Other model years of the Newmar Dutch Star
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 | — | 13 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 6 | 1,250 | 10 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 23 | 3,000 | 11 | — | — | — | Falling |
| 2018 | 16 | 8,250 | 15 | — | — | — | Falling |
| 2017 | 6 | 16,500 | 18 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2015 | 5 | 3,500 | 11 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 5 | 4,635 | 9 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 8 | 48,023 | 8 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 33 | 23,600 | 8 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1999 | 23 | 42,100 | 6 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 10 | 40,692 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Newmar Dutch Star model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000 Newmar Dutch Star have?
NHTSA recorded 33 consumer complaints for the 2000 Newmar Dutch Star as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2000 Newmar Dutch Star is reported most often?
Tires is named most often, in 19 complaints (58% of the total), followed by suspension with 4.
Has the 2000 Newmar Dutch Star been recalled?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2000 Newmar Dutch Star reported?
Among the 18 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 23,600 miles and the middle half falls between 19,000 and 34,300 miles; 89% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.