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2002 Newmar Kountry Star recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2002 Newmar Kountry Star. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2002 Newmar Kountry Star recalls, newest first

December 15, 2017NHTSA 17V80900034,699 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary
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
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 11, 2009NHTSA 09V2170002,578 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic

Summary
Newmar is recalling 2,578 motorhomes equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal vehicle operation may experience calipers sticking in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag. The driver would normally have warning of the brake drag if undetected by the driver.
Consequence
The driver would normally detect the brake drag but if undetected the temperature increase at the wheel end can eventually lead to soft pedal conditions due to brake fluid boil, and possible extended stopping distance increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components free of charge. Workhorse is handling the remedy and owner notification for this campaign please see 09V-110. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 24, 2008NHTSA 08V0250005,575 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control

Summary
On certain class a motor homes constructed on Ford f-53TY1 and P131 motor home chassis and equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
Consequence
Overheating could result in smoke or burn and an underhood fire.
Remedy
Newmar is working with Ford in conducting this recall. Ford will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 or newmar at 574-773-7791. (note: also see Ford recalls 05V017, 05V388, and 06V286)

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 5, 2007NHTSA 07V07500016,190 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer

Summary
Certain class a and diesel pusher motor homes and fifth wheel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
Consequence
Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
Remedy
Newmar will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06E076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle Inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 8, 2005NHTSA 05V3910006 vehicles potentially affected

Wheels › Rim

Summary
On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with tredit wheels, the rims may have poor weld quality and insufficient press fit between the wheel rim and disc.
Consequence
The center of the wheel could separate from the rim. The wheel may wobble and cause a vibration or the mounted tire could lose air causing the tire to go flat, resulting in a loss of control of the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar is working with tredit tire to notify owners and have the rims replaced. The recall began on October 17, 2005. Owners may contact newmar at 1-574-773-7791.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 28, 2004NHTSA 04V0370003,589 vehicles potentially affected

Tires

Summary
On certain motor homes built on spartan/freightliner chassis and equipped with michelin 255/80R22.5 xrv tires, the cords can fatigue if the tires are overloaded or underinflated.
Consequence
This may result in a loss of control and could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace only the front tires. It is important that the front tires are not rotated to the rear. A certification tag documenting the new front tires installation and simultaneously increasing the rear tire inflation pressures to 105 PSI will be issued. Owner notification began February 9, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact newmar at 1-574-773-2381.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 26, 2003NHTSA 03V0640001,227 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Brake fluid low warning › Lamp

Summary
Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
Consequence
In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon Ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.
Remedy
Dealers will revise the brake warning lamp circuit. Owner notification began April 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact newmar at 1-574-773-7791.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 15, 2002NHTSA 02V018007196 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Supply › Check valve

Summary
On certain motorhomes equipped with arvinmeritor wabco pneumatic anitlock brake system (ABS) valve packages, the assembly bolts on these valve packages were not tightened correctly.
Consequence
Bolts torqued below specification will not reliably prevent air leakage at the affected ABS valve package interface joints once the component begins normal vehicle operation. If air leaks develop at any of the ABS valve package interface joints, brake system pressure reductions could occur during braking or normal operation with units equipped with the traction control option, potentially extending stopping distances, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the fasteners to the proper specification. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor wabco at 1-859-746-5956 or newmar at 574-773-7791.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2002 Newmar Kountry Star with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Tires2
  2. Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables1
  3. Equipment1
  4. Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer1
  5. Tires › Sidewall1

Other Newmar Kountry Star years

Other 2002 Newmar models

Most recalled 2002 vehicles

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  2. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (16 recalls)
  3. 2002 Honda Accord (16 recalls)
  4. 2002 Honda CR-V (16 recalls)
  5. 2002 Chevrolet Silverado (15 recalls)
All of 2002’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2002 Newmar Kountry Star have any recalls?
8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control, wheels, tires, service brakes, air. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2002 Newmar Kountry Star recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Newmar dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2002 Newmar Kountry Star?
7 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.