Recall 02V-276: 1996–2000 Itasca Horizon, 1996–2000 Itasca Sunflyer and 7 more
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Dec 3, 2002, covering about 631 vehicles.
The problem
Certain motor homes equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units model numbers 442, 443, 452, ev452, 453, 462, ev462, 463, ev463, 482, ev482, 483, ev483, 874, and 875. These refrigerators can experience a break down in a rubber seal within the gas valve. As the rubber seal ages, a leak may occur, allowing propane gas to accumulate in the burner area.
The risk
The consequence can result in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.
The fix
Norcold will notify its customers and provide a replacement gas valve free of charge. 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 norcold service center at 1-800-667-3005 or winnebago at 641-585-3535.
Notes
Also, customers can 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 | Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 02V276006 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Itasca Horizon | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Itasca Sunflyer | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Luxor Motorhome | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Ultimate Advantage | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Ultimate Freedom | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Vectra Grand Tour | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Vectra Motorhome | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Winnebago Chieftain | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Winnebago Journey | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | 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 02V-276?
Certain motor homes equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units model numbers 442, 443, 452, ev452, 453, 462, ev462, 463, ev463, 482, ev482, 483, ev483, 874, and 875. These refrigerators can experience a break down in a rubber seal within the gas valve. As the rubber seal ages, a leak may occur, allowing propane gas to accumulate in the burner area.
How is recall 02V-276 fixed?
Norcold will notify its customers and provide a replacement gas valve free of charge. 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 norcold service center at 1-800-667-3005 or winnebago at 641-585-3535.
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.