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- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; TRAILER HITCHES
- Problem
- Winnebago Towable (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2022 Winnebago Micro Minnie, Minnie, and Voyage travel trailers. The coupler was improperly welded, which may cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.
- Risk
- Trailer separation from the tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the coupler, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2022. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-574-825-5280 ext. 5220.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The coupler on certain travel trailers was improperly welded. Over time, this weld defect may allow the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle while towing.
If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the risk of a crash increases. Owners should take this recall seriously and avoid towing until the coupler has been checked, if they are concerned about their trailer.
Authorized dealers will inspect the coupler and replace it if necessary, at no cost to the owner. Owners were notified by letter mailed April 20, 2022, and can contact Winnebago customer service at 1-574-825-5280, ext. 5220. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Winnebago Micro Minnie | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago Minnie | 2022 |
| Winnebago Voyage | 2022 |