Recall 01V-225: 2001 Itasca Sunrise, 2001 Winnebago Brave

WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for fuel system, other, reported to NHTSA on Jul 3, 2001, covering about 101 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-225
Report date
Jul 3, 2001
Vehicles affected
101
Owners notified
Jul 19, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: motor homes built on a ford chassis. These vehicles may have the incorrect liquid propane (Lp) gas tank bracket. Depending on how the tank was installed, there may not be adequate clearance between the tank and a bolt head on the suspension. Without clearance, the tank could be damaged.

The risk

Over time, could develop a leak which has the potential to ignite, resulting in bodily injury and/or property damage.

The fix

Dealers will reposition the LP gas tank. Owner notification began july 19, 2001. 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 winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerWINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.
ComponentFuel System, Other › Storage › Tank Assembly › Mounting
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V225000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Itasca Sunrise2001All years
Winnebago Brave2001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 01V-225?

Vehicle description: motor homes built on a ford chassis. These vehicles may have the incorrect liquid propane (Lp) gas tank bracket. Depending on how the tank was installed, there may not be adequate clearance between the tank and a bolt head on the suspension. Without clearance, the tank could be damaged.

How is recall 01V-225 fixed?

Dealers will reposition the LP gas tank. Owner notification began july 19, 2001. 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 winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.