Recall 03V-060: 2000–2003 Itasca Suncruiser, 2000–2003 Itasca Sunova and 4 more
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Feb 21, 2003, covering about 8,532 vehicles.
The problem
Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105,"hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by the standard.
The risk
In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the system warning indicator.
The fix
Dealers will repair these vehicles. Owner notification began april 25, 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 1-641-585-3535.
Notes
Winnebago recall no. 88.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
| Manufacturer | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Brake Fluid Low Warning › Lamp |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 03V060000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Itasca Suncruiser | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Itasca Sunova | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Itasca Sunrise | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Winnebago Adventurer | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Winnebago Brave | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Winnebago Sightseer | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | 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 03V-060?
Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105,"hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by the standard.
How is recall 03V-060 fixed?
Dealers will repair these vehicles. Owner notification began april 25, 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 1-641-585-3535.
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.