2012 NEWMAR CANYON STAR Complaints and Recall Information
The 2012 NEWMAR CANYON STAR has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to safety equipment and component malfunctions as identified in multiple recalls. There are no consumer complaints on record for this year and model.
The 2012 NEWMAR CANYON STAR is subject to seven recalls affecting a range of safety-critical systems including exterior lighting, fuel system, refrigerator latches, wheelchair lifts, entry steps, and fire extinguishers. These recalls address potential safety risks that could cause injury or property damage.
- Exterior lighting defect. Recall 13V170000 affects 103 vehicles manufactured between 2011 and 2013 due to missing reflectors on the rear cap, which could reduce visibility and increase crash risk. Dealers will install the required reflectors free of charge.
- Fuel system fire risk. Recall 15V477000 covers 472 vehicles with unprotected flammable plastic wrap around the exterior fuel dispensing system. This could ignite if exposed to an ignition source, raising fire hazards. Dealers will install a protective metal sheet to mitigate the risk.
- Refrigerator door latch malfunction. Recall 15V808000 impacts 979 motorhomes with refrigerator latches that may lock unknowingly, trapping individuals inside. Dealers will replace these latches with ones that do not automatically lock at no cost to owners.
- Wheelchair lift bolt failure. Recall 16V744000 includes 114 vehicles equipped with wheelchair lifts using incorrect bolts that may break, allowing lift movement and risking occupant injury. Service facilities will replace the bolts free of charge.
- Electric step instability. Recall 16V008000 affects 3,712 motorhomes with Lippert Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps where a fractured bolt can disengage the fan gear, making the steps unstable and increasing fall risk. Dealers will install a retainer bracket to secure the mechanism.
- Fire extinguisher malfunction. Recall 17V809000 covers 34,699 vehicles with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers that may clog or require excessive force to activate. The nozzle may detach, posing injury risk and rendering extinguishers inoperative. Owners will receive replacement extinguishers from Kidde.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs or unresolved recalls related to safety defects on the 2012 NEWMAR CANYON STAR should consider their rights under state lemon laws. Consulting with a legal professional experienced in motorhome lemon law cases may help address persistent issues or recall compliance concerns.
2012 NEWMAR CANYON STAR Summary
2012
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
40079
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2012 NEWMAR CANYON STAR
34699 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
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.
2012 NEWMAR CANYON STAR
114 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2017 Canyon Star motor homes manufactured September 7, 2011, to September 6, 2016 and equipped with wheelchair lifts. Incorrect bolts may have been used to install the wheelchair lift base. These bolts may unexpectedly break allowing the lift to move. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 404, "Platform Lift Installations."
Risk: Unintentional movement of the wheelchair lift can cause injury to the lift occupant and/or the lift operator.
2012 NEWMAR CANYON STAR
3712 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 Bay Star, Dutch Star, and Ventana, 2012-2014 Bay Star Sport and Ventana VL, 2008-2015 Canyon Star, 2009-2010 Dutch Aire and 2008 Kountry Star motorhomes manufactured May 29, 2007, to January 14, 2015, and equipped with certain Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps manufactured by Lippert Components. The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
Risk: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
2012 NEWMAR CANYON STAR
472 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Canyon Star toy haulers manufactured from November 28, 2007, through July 9, 2015, and model year 2007-2009 All Star toy haulers manufactured from January 30, 2006, through October 21, 2009. There is unprotected flammable plastic wrap surrounding the exterior fuel dispensing system which could burn if exposed to an ignition source.
Risk: If the exterior fuel dispensing compartment were to catch fire, the surrounding plastic wrap material could burn increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
2012 NEWMAR CANYON STAR
979 vehicles affected
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 King Aire, 2009-2014 Essex, 2011-2015 Mountain Aire, Ventana, and Dutch Star, 2012-2014 Ventana LE, 2012-2015 Canyon Star, and 2015 London Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with refrigerator door latches that may inadvertently lock without the operator's knowledge.
Risk: If an individual climbed into the refrigerator and the door inadvertently latched, the person would not be able to open the door, increasing their risk of injury.
2012 NEWMAR CANYON STAR
103 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Newmar Corporation is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Canyon Star motorhomes manufactured August 4, 2011, through February 19, 2013, for failing to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The affected vehicles may have missing reflectors on the rear cap.
Risk: The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the motorhome, increasing the risk that another vehicle may crash into the motorhome.
Complaints
No complaints found.