Recall 11V-520: 2011 Winnebago Commercial Vehicle, 2011 Winnebago Ellipse and 3 more

WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Oct 20, 2011, covering about 237 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-520
Report date
Oct 20, 2011
Vehicles affected
237
Owners notified
Oct 10, 2011

The problem

Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2011 journey, meridian, tour, ellipse motor homes and winnebago commercial vehicles built on mc, xcl, and xcs chassis from september 1, 2010, through december 31, 2010, and equipped with a cummins isx or isl diesel engine. The V-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (Doc)/diesel particulate filter (Dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. A fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/DPF housing to disconnect.

The risk

If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/DPF housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.

The fix

Winnebago is working with daimler trucks north america (The supplier of the chassis) and cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a remedy plan for this campaign. The safety recall began october 10, 2011. Owners may contact cummins at 1-812-377-5000.

Notes

Cummins' recall campaign number is c1154.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerWINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V520000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Winnebago Commercial Vehicle2011All years
Winnebago Ellipse2011All years
Winnebago Journey2011All years
Winnebago Meridian2011All years
Winnebago Tour2011All 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 11V-520?

Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2011 journey, meridian, tour, ellipse motor homes and winnebago commercial vehicles built on mc, xcl, and xcs chassis from september 1, 2010, through december 31, 2010, and equipped with a cummins isx or isl diesel engine. The V-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (Doc)/diesel particulate filter (Dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. A fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/DPF housing to disconnect.

How is recall 11V-520 fixed?

Winnebago is working with daimler trucks north america (The supplier of the chassis) and cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a remedy plan for this campaign. The safety recall began october 10, 2011. Owners may contact cummins at 1-812-377-5000.

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.