Recall 12V-140: 2008 Winnebago Access

WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC. recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Apr 2, 2012, covering about 2 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-140
Report date
Apr 2, 2012
Vehicles affected
2
Owners notified
Mar 30, 2012

The problem

Winnebago is recalling two model year 2008 access motor homes, manufactured on april 10, 2008, and july 23, 2008. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the wheelchair liftâ’s outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

The risk

A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.

The fix

Winnebago is working with braun to identify and notify owners, and braun dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 30, 2012. Owners may contact winnebago industries owner relations at 1-641-585-6939.

Notes

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.
ComponentEquipment Adaptive/Mobility
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V140000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Winnebago Access2008All 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 12V-140?

Winnebago is recalling two model year 2008 access motor homes, manufactured on april 10, 2008, and july 23, 2008. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the wheelchair liftâ’s outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

How is recall 12V-140 fixed?

Winnebago is working with braun to identify and notify owners, and braun dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 30, 2012. Owners may contact winnebago industries owner relations 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.