Recall 05V-573: 2006 Itasca Cambria, 2006 Itasca Ellipse and 16 more
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Dec 28, 2005, covering about 193 vehicles.
The problem
On certain motor homes equipped with kwikee brand electric steps, the steps may have been manufactured with defective step control units.
The risk
The defective control units could develop an electrical short allowing for the potential of the plastic case to ignite, possibly resulting in personal injury and/or vehicle and property damage.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the kwikee step and replace the step control unit, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on december 23, 2005. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-800-537-1885.
Notes
Winnebago recall no. 100. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Body |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V573000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Itasca Cambria | 2006 | All years |
| Itasca Ellipse | 2006 | All years |
| Itasca Horizon | 2006 | All years |
| Itasca Meridian | 2006 | All years |
| Itasca Navion | 2006 | All years |
| Itasca Spirit | 2006 | All years |
| Itasca Sundancer | 2006 | All years |
| Itasca Sunova | 2006 | All years |
| Itasca Sunrise | 2006 | All years |
| Winnebago Aspect | 2006 | All years |
| Winnebago Journey | 2006 | All years |
| Winnebago Minnie Winnie | 2006 | All years |
| Winnebago Outlook | 2006 | All years |
| Winnebago Sightseer | 2006 | All years |
| Winnebago Tour | 2006 | All years |
| Winnebago Vectra | 2006 | All years |
| Winnebago View | 2006 | All years |
| Winnebago Voyage | 2006 | 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 05V-573?
On certain motor homes equipped with kwikee brand electric steps, the steps may have been manufactured with defective step control units.
How is recall 05V-573 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the kwikee step and replace the step control unit, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on december 23, 2005. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-800-537-1885.
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.