CarRecallWatch- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Problem
- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Winnebago Vista, Brave, Trend, Minnie Winnie, and Itasca Sunstar, Tribute, Viva!, and Spirit vehicles manufactured March 18, 2013, to November 18, 2014. Due to a manufacturing issue, the deadbolt locks installed on the vehicles may become stuck in a locked position.
- Risk
- A stuck deadbolt could potentially trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair deadbolts as needed, free of charge. Winnebago issued an interim notification to owners on August 21, 2015. The recall began on November 4, 2015. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535, or TriMark customer service at 1-641-394-3188.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain motorhomes built between March 18, 2013 and November 18, 2014 may have a deadbolt lock that can become stuck in the locked position because of a manufacturing issue.
A stuck deadbolt could trap people inside the vehicle, which increases the risk of injury. Owners should contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535 or TriMark customer service at 1-641-394-3188 to confirm their vehicle is covered. Check your VIN for open recalls as well.
The repair is free. Dealers will inspect the deadbolt locks and repair them as needed at no charge to the owner.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Itasca Spirit | 20142015 |
|---|---|
| Itasca Sunstar | 20142015 |
| Itasca Tribute | 20142015 |
| Itasca Viva | 20142015 |
| Winnebago Brave | 20142015 |
| Winnebago Minnie Winnie | 20142015 |
| Winnebago Trend | 20142015 |
| Winnebago Vista | 20142015 |