Recall 03V-049: 2003 Itasca Sunova, 2003 Winnebago Sightseer

WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for tires, reported to NHTSA on Feb 20, 2003, covering about 176 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-049
Report date
Feb 20, 2003
Vehicles affected
176
Owners notified
Mar 7, 2003

The problem

On certain model d30b motor homes built on a ford chassis, a plate, which is used to support the spare tire, was inadvertently left off a number of these motor homes.

The risk

Without this additional support, the spare tire could fall off the vehicle resulting in property damage and possibly personal injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the spare tire mount and, if necessary, install a new support plate. Owner notification is expected to begin during march 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 winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.

Notes

Winnebago recall no. 87. Customers can 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.
ComponentTires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number03V049000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Itasca Sunova2003All years
Winnebago Sightseer2003All 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 03V-049?

On certain model d30b motor homes built on a ford chassis, a plate, which is used to support the spare tire, was inadvertently left off a number of these motor homes.

How is recall 03V-049 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the spare tire mount and, if necessary, install a new support plate. Owner notification is expected to begin during march 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 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.