The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·12V140000·Announced 2012-04-02

Winnebago Access Motor Homes Recalled for Wheelchair Lift Latch Defect

Winnebago is recalling two 2008 Access motor homes because wheelchair lift latches may bend, allowing occupants to fall from the elevated platform.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for potential falls from an elevated platform.

Plain-English summary

Winnebago Industries Inc. is recalling two model year 2008 Access motor homes manufactured on April 10, 2008, and July 23, 2008. The recall addresses a defect in the roll stop latches on the wheelchair lift's outer barrier.

Over time and with frequent use, these latches may become bent or misaligned. This condition may allow a wheelchair occupant to defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs while the lift platform is in an elevated position, the occupant could fall and sustain injury.

Winnebago is working with Braun to identify and notify owners. Braun dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on March 30, 2012. Owners may contact Winnebago Industries Owner Relations at 1-641-585-6939 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
WINNEBAGO ACCESS
Brand
WINNEBAGO
Manufacturer
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC.
Category
Vehicle — Motor Home
Hazard
Affected units
2

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 (1)

  • ACCESS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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