Itasca Sunstar problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 16 recalls on file for the Itasca Sunstar (2005–2023).

Complaints
2
Recalls
16
Model years
17
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

20052007200920112013120152017120192023
NHTSA complaints per Itasca Sunstar model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Itasca Sunstar model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2023 Sunstar00002—
2022 Sunstar00001—
2019 Sunstar10000Steering
2018 Sunstar00003—
2017 Sunstar00004—
2016 Sunstar00006—
2015 Sunstar10006Transmission & Drivetrain
2014 Sunstar00003—
2013 Sunstar00003—
2012 Sunstar00002—
2011 Sunstar00004—
2010 Sunstar00001—
2009 Sunstar00002—
2008 Sunstar00002—
2007 Sunstar00001—
2006 Sunstar00001—
2005 Sunstar00001—

Most common Itasca Sunstar problem areas (all years)

  • Electrical System
    1 complaints
  • Steering
    1 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    1 complaints

Itasca Sunstar recalls

  • Recall 24V826000Nov 1, 202411,982 vehiclesModel years 2016–2018

    Risk: A detached hood bracket may become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V733000Oct 1, 202417,329 vehiclesModel years 2015–2018

    Risk: A small lens can make it difficult for other drivers to see the turn signal, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V365000May 24, 20231,328 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: A loose seat belt attachment may not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 23V140000Mar 2, 202322 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: Missing reflectors reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V782000Dec 7, 201717,360 vehiclesModel years 2013–2018

    Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V598000Aug 12, 20163,826 vehiclesModel years 2015–2017

    Risk: A loose power connection may cause a build up of heat at the connection, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 15V866000Dec 22, 20151,253 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the steps extend while the vehicle is being driven, the steps may strike a person or another vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

  • Recall 15V664000Oct 16, 2015297 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the vehicle can be shifted into reverse without the brakes being applied, the vehicle may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V510000Aug 12, 20153,307 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

    Risk: A stuck deadbolt could potentially trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 13V318000Jul 22, 2013150 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: Incorrect tire pressures or tire size may lead to a tire failure, which could result in a loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 13V162000Apr 26, 2013523 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014

    Risk: 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.

  • Recall 12V389000Aug 8, 2012165 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: If the copper tubing fails, propane can escape leading to a fire or explosion which can result in property damage, personal injury, or death.

  • Recall 12V057000Feb 16, 20122,841 vehiclesModel years 2011–2013

    Risk: An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel may prevent the driver from knowing if they are in park or reverse, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 10V525000Oct 26, 201018,461 vehiclesModel years 2005–2011

    Risk: The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.

  • Recall 10V390000Sep 1, 201099 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: If this cable makes contact with the driveshaft, it could wear the protective jacket and insulation off the cable exposing the conductors to the driveshaft and electrifying the chassis, which could result in personal injury or death.

  • Recall 10V122000Mar 25, 20109 vehiclesModel years 2008–2009

    Risk: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move without the restraint belt properly buckled.

Other Itasca models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology