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SevereNHTSA·10V020000·Announced 2010-01-25

Winnebago Recalls 2008-2009 Motorhomes Due to Brake Pedal Defect

Winnebago is recalling 2008-2009 Vectra and Itasca Horizon motorhomes because a brake pedal arm may loosen and interfere with the accelerator, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that reduces braking function and increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Winnebago Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 Winnebago Vectra and Itasca Horizon motorhomes manufactured between November 2006 and May 2009. These vehicles are equipped with Kongsberg Automotive adjustable brake pedals. The defect involves the adjustable brake pedal arm, which may loosen and allow the arm to rotate around its shaft. This rotation can cause the arm to swing in front of the accelerator pedal, reducing braking function.

A loose brake pedal increases the risk of a crash. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text, but the recall covers the specified model years and manufacturing dates for the Vectra and Horizon models.

Winnebago is working with Freightliner to notify owners. Repairs will be conducted by Freightliner free of charge. The safety recall began during February 2010. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks Warranty Campaigns Department at 1-800-647-0712 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ITASCA, WINNEBAGO HORIZON, VECTRA
Brand
ITASCA
Manufacturer
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Motorhome
Hazard
Affected units
247

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • HORIZON
  • VECTRA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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