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Winnebago Journey Recall 17V736: Loose Battery Cables and Brake Lines Can Cause Fire or Brake Loss

NHTSA campaign 17V736, reported November 20, 2017, 58 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some motorhomes may have battery cables and hydraulic brake lines that are not properly secured. If these cables or lines touch the driveshaft or exhaust system, they can be damaged. A damaged battery cable can cause an electrical short that increases the risk of fire. A damaged hydraulic line can leak brake fluid, which can lead to a loss of braking ability and a higher risk of crash.

If you own a 2017 or 2018 Winnebago Grand Tour or Journey motorhome, contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535 or take your vehicle to an authorized dealer. Dealers will inspect the battery cables and hydraulic lines, reroute and secure them as needed, and replace any damaged cables or lines. All repairs are free of charge.

You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your motorhome is included.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V736Winnebago Industries, Inc
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Problem
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Grand Tour and Journey motorhomes. The battery cables and hydraulic lines on these vehicles may not be properly secured, allowing them to contact the driveshaft or exhaust system, potentially resulting in an electrical short or hydraulic fluid leak.
Risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire. A hydraulic fluid leak can result in a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery cables and hydraulic lines, rerouting and securing them as necessary. Any damaged cables or lines will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2018. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535.
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

Winnebago Grand Tour20172018
Winnebago Journey20172018