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Recall 12V-389: 2012 Itasca Cambria, 2012 Itasca Impulse and 20 more

WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Aug 8, 2012, covering about 165 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-389
Report date
Aug 8, 2012
Vehicles affected
165
Owners notified
Sep 6, 2012

The problem

Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Winnebago and Itasca motor homes. A cutting machine may have scored the copper propane tubing resulting in unknown long-term reliability.

The risk

If the copper tubing fails, propane can escape leading to a fire or explosion which can result in property damage, personal injury, or death.

The fix

Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the copper tubing, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2012. Owners may contact Winnebago Industries Owner Relations at 1-641-585-6939.

Notes

This is Winnebago recall no. 126. 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 www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerWINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC.
ComponentEquipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems › Lines and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V389000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Itasca Cambria2012All years
Itasca Impulse2012All years
Itasca Impulse Silver2012All years
Itasca Meridian2012All years
Itasca Navion2012All years
Itasca Navion IQ2012All years
Itasca Reyo2012All years
Itasca Suncruiser2012All years
Itasca Sunova2012All years
Itasca Sunstar2012All years
Winnebago Access2012All years
Winnebago Access Premier2012All years
Winnebago Adventurer2012All years
Winnebago Aspect2012All years
Winnebago Chalet2013All years
Winnebago Commercial Vehicle2012All years
Winnebago ERA2012All years
Winnebago Sightseer2012All years
Winnebago VIA2012All years
Winnebago View2012All years
Winnebago View Profile2012All years
Winnebago Vista2012All 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-389?

Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Winnebago and Itasca motor homes. A cutting machine may have scored the copper propane tubing resulting in unknown long-term reliability.

How is recall 12V-389 fixed?

Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the copper tubing, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 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.