CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
- Problem
- Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Winnebago Revel vehicles. The roof luggage rack mounting brackets on these vehicles may crack, allowing the luggage rack to detach from the roof of the vehicle.
- Risk
- If the luggage rack detaches from the roof while driving, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Winnebago will replace the mounting brackets, along with an additional metal L bracket to assist in securing the cross members to the luggage rack rails, free of charge. The recall began on March 29, 2018. 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.
What this recall means for you
The roof luggage rack mounting brackets on these vehicles may crack, which can allow the luggage rack to come loose from the roof.
If the luggage rack detaches while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of a crash. Owners should take this seriously and avoid loading the roof rack heavily until the repair is completed.
The remedy is free. Winnebago will replace the mounting brackets and add an extra metal L bracket to help secure the cross members to the luggage rack rails. Contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885, and check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Winnebago Revel | 20182019 |
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