Itasca Meridian recalls and problems
17 recalls and 11 owner complaints for 19 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
17
Complaints
11
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
2
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Itasca Meridian by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Meridian | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Meridian | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Meridian | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Meridian | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Meridian | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Meridian | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Meridian | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Meridian | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Meridian | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 Meridian | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 Meridian | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Meridian | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Meridian | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Meridian | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Meridian | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Meridian | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 Meridian | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 Meridian | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 Meridian | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Itasca Meridian problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
All Itasca Meridian recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V-733 | Oct 1, 2024 | 2013–2017 | Exterior Lighting | Winnebago Industries, Inc. |
| 17V-782 | Dec 7, 2017 | 2013–2018 | Equipment | Winnebago Industries, Inc. |
| 16V-277 | May 10, 2016 | 2016 | Suspension, Steering | Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2016 Winnebago Journey and Forza, and 2016 Itasca Solei and Meridian motor homes manufactured May 7, 2015, to March 25, 2016. |
| 15V-758 | Nov 16, 2015 | 2015 | Equipment | Winnebago Industries, Inc. |
| 15V-625 | Oct 6, 2015 | 2013–2016 | Equipment | Winnebago Industries, Inc. |
| 13V-161 | Apr 24, 2013 | 2012–2014 | Equipment | Winnebago Industries is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Minnie Winnie, Aspect, Sightseer, Adventurer, and Journey motorhomes; and model year 2012-2014 Itasca Spirit, Cambria, Sunova, Suncruiser, and Meridian… |
| 12V-566 | Dec 6, 2012 | 2010–2013 | Electrical System | Winnebago Industries is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Winnebago Journey and Tour motorhomes, and certain model year 2010-2013 Itasca Meridian and Ellipse motorhomes, manufactured June 18, 2010, through November… |
| 12V-389 | Aug 8, 2012 | 2012 | Equipment | Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Winnebago and Itasca motor homes. |
| 10V-525 | Oct 26, 2010 | 2000–2011 | Equipment | Winnebago is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. |
| 08V-573 | Oct 30, 2008 | 2008–2009 | Suspension | Winnebago is recalling 594 my 2008-2009 destination, journey, tour, vectra, and itasca latitude, meridian, ellipse, and horizon motor homes equipped with saf-holland adl series rear suspensions. |
| 08V-223 | May 19, 2008 | 2005–2009 | Steering | Winnebago is recalling 1,699 my 2005-2009 winnebago journey, tour and itasca meridian and ellipse motor homes built on the freightliner xc chassis. |
| 08V-226 | May 19, 2008 | 2007–2008 | Steering | Winnebago is recalling 306 my 2007-2008 journey, destination, tour and itasca meridian, latitude, and ellipse motor homes built on freightliner chassis. |
| 05V-573 | Dec 28, 2005 | 2006 | Structure | On certain motor homes equipped with kwikee brand electric steps, the steps may have been manufactured with defective step control units. |
| 05V-496 | Nov 1, 2005 | 2006 | Steering | On certain motor homes, the cinch bolt, where the steering column connects to the intermediate shaft, was improperly tightened. |
| 05V-407 | Sep 14, 2005 | 2004–2006 | Equipment | On certain motor homes, the roof vent for the optional 4-door refrigerator was incorrectly located. |
| 04V-608 | Dec 18, 2004 | 2004–2005 | Seat Belts | Certain seat belt buckles on some motor homes fail to conform to the load requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 04V-114 | Mar 4, 2004 | 2000–2004 | Equipment | On certain motorhomes, the LP tank has stress on weld joints at the point where mounting brackets are welded to the tank. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Itasca Meridian?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2004 Itasca Meridian has the most reports (4). Check the 2004 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Itasca Meridian have?
NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls covering Itasca Meridian model years 2000–2018.
What are the most common Itasca Meridian problems?
Owners report structure, unknown or other, fuel system, diesel problems most often.