Recall 16V-719: 2016–2017 Winnebago Destination, 2016–2017 Winnebago Instinct and 7 more
Winnebago Towable recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 7, 2016, covering about 3,118 vehicles.
The problem
Winnebago Towable (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Winnebago Winnie Drop, Micro Minnie, Minnie, Minnie Plus, Spyder, Scorpion, Destination, Instinct, and Voyage travel trailers manufactured November 9, 2015, to September 6, 2016. The weight label on the affected vehicles incorrectly states the fresh water capacity in gallons when it should be stated in pounds.
The risk
The incorrect information may cause the trailer to be overloaded, possibly resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect weight labels with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 19, 2017. Owners may contact Winnebago owner relations at 1-574-825-5250 extension 5220.
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 Towable |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V719000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Winnebago Destination | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Winnebago Instinct | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Winnebago Micro Minnie | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Winnebago Minnie | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Winnebago Minnie Plus | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Winnebago Scorpion | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Winnebago Spyder | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Winnebago Voyage | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Winnebago Winnie Drop | 2016, 2017 | 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 16V-719?
Winnebago Towable (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Winnebago Winnie Drop, Micro Minnie, Minnie, Minnie Plus, Spyder, Scorpion, Destination, Instinct, and Voyage travel trailers manufactured November 9, 2015, to September 6, 2016. The weight label on the affected vehicles incorrectly states the fresh water capacity in gallons when it should be stated in pounds.
How is recall 16V-719 fixed?
Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect weight labels with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 19, 2017. Owners may contact Winnebago owner relations at 1-574-825-5250 extension 5220.
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.