Winnebago Tour recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 31, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Winnebago Industries, Inc. recalls 2015–2016 Winnebago Tour, Ellipse

Recall number

16V385000

Brand / firm

Winnebago, Itasca

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 306 units

Why it was recalled

The steering wheel's connection to the front axle could fail resulting in a sudden loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Winnebago Tour and Itasca Ellipse motor homes manufactured August 29, 2014, to November 4, 2015 and built on a Freightliner chassis. In the affected vehicles, the steering box may have been manufactured with an incorrect spacer with insufficient height that can cause too much play, causing the connection to wear between the steering wheel and the front axle.

What to do

Daimler Trucks of North America will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2016. Note: Owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. Owners may contact Freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.