2008 Itasca Navion recalls and problems

The 2008 Itasca Navion has 3 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Itasca dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2008 Itasca Navion vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Itasca Navion recalls

Recall 10V-470: Seat Belts

Reported Oct 5, 2010 · 2,496 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 winnebago view and itasca navion motor homes because the dinette area seat belt restraints on those vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." in a collision, the generated crash forces can cause the restraint's attachment to tear and allow the anchor to separate from the body of the vehicle.

Risk: If the restraint separates from the vehicle during a crash, the belt will not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury or death to the occupant.

Fix: Winnebago will add additional seat belt anchorages free of charge. The safety recall began on november 12, 2010. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-800-537-1885.

Recall 08V-216: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported May 14, 2008 · 114 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: Winnebago is recalling 114 my 2008 view, my 2009 era, and my 2008 itasca navion class c motor homes built on sprinter chassis and equipped with 3.0l diesel engines. The crankshaft sensor in certain diesel engines could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor.

Risk: This results in an interruption in the electrical connection in the chip housing of the sensor. When this happens, affected vehicles may lose power. This could result in the vehicle becoming immediately inoperable increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Sprinter is handling the remedy for this campaign (Please see 07v594). Dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor free of charge. Owners may contact sprinter at 1-800-992-1997 or winnebago at 1-641-585-3535.

Recall 07V-445: Equipment

Reported Sep 21, 2007 · 65 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: On certain motor homes equipped with with a 3.2 qd cummins onan generator, the generator's internal controller may fail; however, the electrical circuits would remain energized. Included in these circuits is the electronic preheated element which aids cold starts at ambient temperatures below 0 degrees celsius. In normal operation, this circuit is energized no longer than 120 seconds at 30 celsius. If the circuit remains energized beyond the designed period, the preheated element can over heat.

Risk: If the element over heats, a fire in the air intake system could occur.

Fix: Winnebago is working with cummins to replace the generators free of charge (Please see 07e076). Owners may contact cummins at 812-377-3713 or winnebago at 641-585-3535.

2008 Itasca Navion problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting1
Power Train1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Unknown or Other1
Air Bags1

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 70,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2008 Itasca Navion complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Nov 1, 2016
I received a recall notice re: passenger airbag inflator housing. The recall # is r49/NHTSA 15v-354. Every dealer I have contacted states that it will be at least march before they start receviing replacement parts for this recall. If it's so important to be replaced, how come I'm being told it will be at least 6 months??? What is being doen about it in the mean time?
Power Train · reported Oct 7, 2009
2008 itasca motor home has transmission problems. The consumer stated on 3 occasions, the transmission has shifted in a manner that it temporarily locked up the driveline accompanied by a loud noise. The engine also exceeded 3000 RPM's before shifting into high gear. At around 1500 RPM, the transmission would sometimes grab then release and grab again upon acceleration. The transmission was worse when it was warm. From idle, the engine was sometimes very slow to respond.
Exterior Lighting · reported Aug 14, 2007
The contact owns a 2008 itasca navion. The contact stated that the headlights and tail lights remain illuminated, making it difficult for the driver's behind him to see his brake lights during the day. The dealer stated that they will not change the vehicle's design. The current mileage was 2,000 and the failure mileage was unknown. Updated 08/31/07

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Itasca Navion have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 Itasca Navion: 10V-470 (seat belts), 08V-216 (engine and engine cooling), 07V-445 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Itasca Navion?

Owners report exterior lighting problems most often (1 reports), followed by power train (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 70,000 miles.

Are Itasca recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Itasca dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.