Winnebago Minnie recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 14, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Winnebago of Indiana, LLC recalls 2012–2015 Winnebago Minnie, Remington

Recall number

15V010000

Brand / firm

Winnebago, Sunnybrook

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 746 units

Why it was recalled

If the propane pipe fitting cracks or breaks, propane may leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Winnebago Towable is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Winnebago Minnie 2201DS and 2450BHS travel trailers manufactured May 7, 2012, to November 13, 2014, and 2013-2015 Sunnybrook Remington 2200DS and 2451BHS travel trailers manufactured May 7, 2013, to November 13, 2014. The axle may contact the black liquid propane pipe fitting, resulting in the fitting cracking or breaking.

What to do

Winnebago Towable will notify owners, and dealers will install metal tubular steel bump stop to the frame. The recall began on January 19, 2015. Owners may contact Winnebago Towable customer service at 1-574-825-5250.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.