Newmar BAY Star problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 24 owner complaints and 23 recalls on file for the Newmar BAY Star (2007–2026). The 2021 BAY Star has the most serious complaints, most often about brakes.

Complaints: 24
Recalls: 23
Model years: 20
Worst year: 2021

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Newmar BAY Star 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.

Worst Newmar BAY Star years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

2021 Newmar BAY Star — 11 complaints; top problem: Brakes

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2018 (0 complaints).

Every Newmar BAY Star model year

Year	Complaints	Recalls	Top problem
2026 BAY Star	0	1	—
2025 BAY Star	0	1	—
2024 BAY Star	0	1	—
2023 BAY Star	3	4	Brakes
2022 BAY Star	4	6	Brakes
2021 BAY Star	11	6	Brakes
2020 BAY Star	3	5	Body & Structure
2019 BAY Star	2	6	Body & Structure
2018 BAY Star	0	7	—
2017 BAY Star	0	3	—
2016 BAY Star	0	4	—
2015 BAY Star	0	1	—
2014 BAY Star	0	4	—
2013 BAY Star	0	4	—
2012 BAY Star	1	3	Wheels & Tires
2011 BAY Star	0	4	—
2010 BAY Star	0	3	—
2009 BAY Star	0	3	—
2008 BAY Star	0	3	—
2007 BAY Star	0	3	—

Complaint trend

Complaints about the Newmar BAY Star received by NHTSA each month.

Newmar BAY Star recalls

Recall 26V108000Feb 24, 20263,582 vehiclesModel years 2018–2026
Risk: Hood stops that detach can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Recall 24V301000Apr 29, 202417 vehiclesModel years 2022
Risk: A circuit board that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Recall 23V469000Jul 7, 2023372 vehiclesModel years 2019–2023
Risk: Modified seat belt mounting brackets can fail to properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 23V138000Mar 2, 2023151 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023
Risk: The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.
Recall 22V584000Aug 4, 20221,060 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023
Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 22V234000Apr 11, 20224,961 vehiclesModel years 2019–2022
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Recall 21V571000Jul 27, 20214,106 vehiclesModel years 2019–2021
Risk: Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Recall 20V719000Nov 20, 2020710 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020
Risk: A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 19V257000Mar 29, 2019476 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: An overheated power supply can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 18V438000Jun 28, 2018930 vehiclesModel years 2018
Risk: If the slide-out room moves unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recall 18V236000Apr 13, 2018653 vehiclesModel years 2018
Risk: Overheating of the electrical connections can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 17V843000Dec 26, 201730 vehiclesModel years 2017
Risk: A brake fluid leak or air ingestion can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 17V830000Dec 19, 20172,915 vehiclesModel years 2016–2018
Risk: The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 17V809000Dec 15, 201734,699 vehiclesModel years 2007–2018
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recall 17V797000Dec 12, 2017194 vehiclesModel years 2018
Risk: 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.
Recall 16V008000Jan 13, 20163,712 vehiclesModel years 2008–2014
Risk: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Recall 15V713000Oct 28, 201593 vehiclesModel years 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 15V642000Oct 13, 201586 vehiclesModel years 2016
Risk: If the parking brake does not fully engage, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash. A parking brake that drags may result in a wheel end fire.
Recall 14V602000Sep 29, 2014561 vehiclesModel years 2007–2012
Risk: A circuit breaker that is incorrectly rated for the amperage need increases the risk of a fire.
Recall 14V098000Mar 4, 2014599 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014
Risk: If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.
Recall 13V169000May 1, 2013111 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 11V235000Apr 12, 20115,486 vehiclesModel years 2007
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 10V497000Oct 12, 201016 vehiclesModel years 2011
Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and/or explosion causing property damage and/or personal injury.

Other Newmar 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