Recall 08V-571: 2006–2009 Itasca Sunova, 2006–2009 Itasca Sunstar and 2 more
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Oct 29, 2008, covering about 717 vehicles.
The problem
Winnebago is recalling 717 my 2006-2009 sightseer and vista, itasca sunova and sunstar motor homes built on workhorse chassis. The castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm may have been improperly torqued during assembly. The improper torque may have damaged the castle nut and compromised the integrity of the connection.
The risk
If the drag link were to separate from the pitman arm, the driver would not have directional control of the vehicle possibly causing a crash.
The fix
Winnebago is working with workhorse to replace and properly tighten the castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm (Please see 08v442). Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-946-7731 or winnebago at 1-641-585-3535.
Notes
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 | Steering › Gear Box › Shaft Pitman |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V571000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Itasca Sunova | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Itasca Sunstar | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Winnebago Sightseer | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Winnebago Vista | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | 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 08V-571?
Winnebago is recalling 717 my 2006-2009 sightseer and vista, itasca sunova and sunstar motor homes built on workhorse chassis. The castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm may have been improperly torqued during assembly. The improper torque may have damaged the castle nut and compromised the integrity of the connection.
How is recall 08V-571 fixed?
Winnebago is working with workhorse to replace and properly tighten the castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm (Please see 08v442). Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-946-7731 or 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.