Newmar BAY Star Sport problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 19 recalls on file for the Newmar BAY Star Sport (2012–2026).
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 19
- Model years
- 15
- Worst year
- —
Complaints by model year
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 Newmar BAY Star Sport model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2025 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2024 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2023 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 2022 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 2021 BAY Star Sport | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | Brakes |
| 2020 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 2019 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2018 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | — |
| 2017 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 2016 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 2015 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2014 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 2013 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 2012 BAY Star Sport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
Most common Newmar BAY Star Sport problem areas (all years)
- Acceleration & Cruise Control2 complaints
- Brakes2 complaints
- Body & Structure2 complaints
- Wheels & Tires1 complaints
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech1 complaints
- Suspension1 complaints
Newmar BAY Star Sport recalls
Risk: Hood stops that detach can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Risk: Modified seat belt mounting brackets can fail to properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.
Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Risk: Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Risk: A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: An overheated power supply can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: If the slide-out room moves unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Risk: Overheating of the electrical connections can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: A brake fluid leak or air ingestion can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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.
Risk: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
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.
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.
Risk: If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.
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.
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