Winnebago Tour recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 6, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Winnebago Industries, Inc. recalls 2013–2016 Winnebago, Itasca — 12 models

Recall number

15V625000

Brand / firm

Winnebago, Itasca

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 8,842 units

Why it was recalled

An LP leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Winnebago Era, Travato, View, Trend, Via, Journey, and Tour motorhomes and Itasca Navion, Viva, Reyo, Meridian, and Elipse motorhomes manufactured June 26, 2012, to August 26, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the high pressure liquid propane (LP) hose may harden and result in an LP leak at the crimp fitting.

What to do

Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LP hose, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2015. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.