| Issue ID | 744242 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10289411 |
| Manufacurer | NEWMAR CORPORATION |
| Brand | NEWMAR |
| Model | KOUNTRY STAR DIESEL PUSHE |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 18/10/07 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The vehicle's engine began to turn without the ignition key in place. The starter was ruined before attempts to disengage power to the starter were successful. The mechanic who replaced the starter believes the cause was water infiltration of bussman box where engine starter fuses and relays are located. A bussman box has been the subject of other safety recalls on newmar brand diesel pushers. When contacted, both the chassis manufacturer (spartan) and the coach manufacturer (newmar) deny responsibility for the problem. No remedy has been offered by either manufacturer. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 8800 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | KUTZTOWN, PA |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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