CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Rialta Rialta has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (2 reports).
2002 Rialta Rialta recalls
Most common 2002 Rialta Rialta problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 WINNEBAGO RIALTA. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE THEN OVERHEATED. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL COOLING FAN BLADES FRACTURED AND SEPARATED, HOWEVER, THEY WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT HIS VIN WAS EXCLUDED FROM NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 04V107000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: COOLING SYSTEM: FAN). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 14,400 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 14,550. UPDATED 10/24/07. *JB
WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH SPINDLE AND AXLE BROKE OFF. AS A RESULT, VEHICLE VEERED ACROSS THE MEDIAN INTO AN EMBANKMENT. CONSUMER IS STILL AWAITING FOR VEHICLE PARTS TO REPAIR VEHICLE.*AK *MR
PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE COOLING FAN. *MR THERE WAS AN ENGINE NOISE ALONG WITH SHAKING, VIBRATIONS, AND THE SECTION OF THE FAN ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WAS FOUND MISSING. BOTH OF THE COOLING FANS WERE REPLACED. (THE FINS WERE CRACKED) WINNEBAGO/RIALTA *SCC *JB
FUEL GAUGE READS INCORRECTLY, WHEN THERE IS 1/4 TANK THE GAUGE READS 3/4. DEALER HAS NOT INSPECTED VEHICLE, WINNEBAGO AND VOLKSWAGEN CANNOT DECIDE WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS PROBLEM.*JB THE FUEL GAUGE SHOWED WRONG READING BECAUSE IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY. *YH
2002 Rialta Rialta questions
Does the 2002 Rialta Rialta have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2002 Rialta Rialta: Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer; Trailer Hitches; Wheels:Hub. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Rialta Rialta?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Fuel System, Other (1), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Rialta Rialta has been fixed?
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