CarRecallWatch- Component
- TRAILER HITCHES
- Problem
- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015 Winnebago Adventurer vehicles manufactured January 16, 2016, to March 8, 2016, and 2015-2016 Itasca Suncruiser vehicles manufactured January 6, 2016, to March 8, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that attach the hitch to the frame were not properly torqued.
- Risk
- Improper torquing of the hitch bolts could cause the hitch to detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, where necessary, replace the hitch attachment bolts free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2016. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535. Winnebago's number for this recall is 140.
- 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
The bolts that attach the trailer hitch to the vehicle frame were not properly torqued during assembly. Over time, this could allow the hitch to come loose from the frame.
If the hitch detaches, it increases the risk of a crash. Owners should be cautious about towing and check their hitch as soon as possible.
The repair is free. Dealers will inspect the hitch attachment bolts and replace them where necessary at no cost to you. Owners will also be notified by mail. You can contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535 for help, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Itasca Suncruiser | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago Adventurer | 2016 |
| Winnebago Commercial Vehicle | 2015 |