Recall 15V-866: 2015–2016 Itasca Suncruiser, 2015–2016 Itasca Sunova and 4 more
Winnebago Industries, Inc recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Dec 22, 2015, covering about 1,253 vehicles.
The problem
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Winnebago Sightseer, Vista, and Adventurer motorhomes manufactured August 1, 2014 through August 31, 2015, and 2015-2016 Itasca Sunova, Sunstar, and Suncruiser motorhomes manufactured August 1, 2014, through August 31, 2015. The affected vehicles have electrically operated entry/exit steps that may extend down and out while the vehicle is moving.
The risk
If the steps extend while the vehicle is being driven, the steps may strike a person or another vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
The fix
Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the step switch connections at no charge. The recall began on February 12, 2016. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Winnebago Industries, Inc |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 15V866000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Itasca Suncruiser | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Itasca Sunova | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Itasca Sunstar | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Winnebago Adventurer | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Winnebago Sightseer | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Winnebago Vista | 2015, 2016 | 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 15V-866?
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Winnebago Sightseer, Vista, and Adventurer motorhomes manufactured August 1, 2014 through August 31, 2015, and 2015-2016 Itasca Sunova, Sunstar, and Suncruiser motorhomes manufactured August 1, 2014, through August 31, 2015. The affected vehicles have electrically operated entry/exit steps that may extend down and out while the vehicle is moving.
How is recall 15V-866 fixed?
Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the step switch connections at no charge. The recall began on February 12, 2016. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service 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.