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Winnebago ERA Recall 17V262: Radio Module Can Cause Engine Shutdown and Airbag Issues

NHTSA campaign 17V262, reported April 19, 2017, 5,057 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain Winnebago and Itasca motorhomes from 2014 to 2017 have an Axxess radio volume control module that can interfere with the chassis electrical system. This interference may cause the engine to shut down, cause a loss of power, or turn on malfunction indicator warning lights, and it can also interfere with the restraint system.

These effects raise the risk of a crash, and they can increase the risk of injury if a crash occurs. Owners should not wait to act on this recall.

The remedy is free. Winnebago will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will remove the Axxess radio volume control module at no cost. Owners can contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885, and should check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V262Winnebago Industries, Inc
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Problem
Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Winnebago View, VIA, ERA, and Itasca Navion motorhomes. The affected vehicles have an Axxess radio volume control module that may interfere with the chassis electrical system.
Risk
The Axxess radio volume control module can affect electrical system functions, possibly causing an engine shutdown, power loss, illumination of malfunction indicator warning lights, and interfere with the restraint system. These scenarios can increase the risk of crash or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will remove the Axxess radio volume control module, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2017. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885.
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.

Affected vehicles

Itasca Navion2014201520162017
Itasca Reyo2014201520162017
Winnebago ERA2014201520162017
Winnebago VIA2014201520162017
Winnebago View2014201520162017