Recall 01V-260: 2000–2002 Itasca Horizon, 2000–2002 Itasca IKP36LD and 4 more
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for fuel system, other, reported to NHTSA on Aug 15, 2001, covering about 1,292 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: motor homes (Models wkp36l, wkp36ld, and ikp36ld). Four nuts may have loosened from the four bolts that connect the liquid propane (Lp) tank to the motor home. If the attachment hardware is loosened, the road vibration could produce undue stress on the weld joints of the brackets and they could break.
The risk
If this happens, the tank could fall off, resulting in a road hazard or a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the LP tank attachment and re-tightened the fasteners in addition to adding lock nuts. Owner notification began august 24, 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
| Manufacturer | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Other › Storage › Tank Assembly › Mounting |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V260000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Itasca Horizon | 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Itasca IKP36LD | 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Winnebago Journey | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Winnebago Journey DL | 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Winnebago WKP36L | 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Winnebago WKP36LD | 2000, 2001, 2002 | All 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-260?
Vehicle description: motor homes (Models wkp36l, wkp36ld, and ikp36ld). Four nuts may have loosened from the four bolts that connect the liquid propane (Lp) tank to the motor home. If the attachment hardware is loosened, the road vibration could produce undue stress on the weld joints of the brackets and they could break.
How is recall 01V-260 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the LP tank attachment and re-tightened the fasteners in addition to adding lock nuts. Owner notification began august 24, 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.