CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEAT BELTS; SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Problem
- Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2012-2021 Era 170X vehicles. The weld nut was installed on the wrong side of the bracket where the shoulder belt attaches, reducing the retention strength of the seat belt.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the shoulder belt upper anchorage may not provide adequate protection to the passenger, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will coordinate the inspection of affected units and the installation of a serrated flange nut in the intended weld nut location, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Winnebago Customer Care 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
A weld nut was installed on the wrong side of the bracket where the front shoulder belt attaches, which reduces the strength of that anchor point. The belt's upper mounting may not hold as intended during a crash.
If the shoulder belt anchorage fails in a collision, the passenger may not be adequately restrained, which raises the risk of injury. Owners should not assume the seat belt will perform normally until the recall repair is completed.
The repair is free at an authorized dealer, who will inspect the affected vehicle and install a serrated flange nut in the correct weld nut location. Owners can also contact Winnebago Customer Care at 1-800-537-1885 and check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Winnebago ERA | 2012201320142015201620172018201920202021 |
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