2017 Newmar BAY Star Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other BAY Star years
- Not enough data 7th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2017 Newmar BAY Star. That ranks 7th out of 20 BAY Star model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 3,779 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 Newmar BAY Star problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 100% | 3,779 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 100% | 3,779 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2017 Newmar BAY Star recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Problem: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017 Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, and Canyon Star vehicles, built on Ford chassis and equipped with Antilock Brake Systems (ABS). The brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) on these vehicles may be missing valve block ball plugs, potentially causing a brake fluid leak or air ingestion during electronic brake distribution and/or ABS activation.
Risk: A brake fluid leak or air ingestion can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Newmar will notify owners, and Ford or Lincoln dealers will inspect the HECU for missing valve block ball plugs, replacing the unit as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 17V-768.
Electrical system:wiring
Problem: 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.
Risk: The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Equipment
Problem: 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
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The vehicle has an intermittent problem with a severe stagger on take off from a dead stop. The problem occurs fairly infrequently, but when it does occur it can prevent the vehicle from accelerating for up to a block in distance. During this time the vehicle acts as though it is going to die and…
Other Newmar BAY Star years
← 2016 BAY Star · 2018 BAY Star →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 BAY Star | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 BAY Star | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 BAY Star | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 BAY Star | 3 | 4 |
| 2022 BAY Star | 4 | 6 |
| 2021 BAY Star | 11 | 6 |
| 2020 BAY Star | 3 | 5 |
| 2019 BAY Star | 2 | 6 |
| 2018 BAY Star | 1 | 7 |
| 2017 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 BAY Star | 1 | 4 |
| 2015 BAY Star | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 BAY Star | 0 | 4 |
| 2013 BAY Star | 0 | 4 |
| 2012 BAY Star | 2 | 3 |
| 2011 BAY Star | 0 | 4 |
| 2010 BAY Star | 0 | 3 |
| 2009 BAY Star | 0 | 4 |
| 2008 BAY Star | 1 | 5 |
| 2007 BAY Star | 1 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Newmar BAY Star?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Newmar BAY Star?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 Newmar BAY Star a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other BAY Star model years, the 2017 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.