The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·12V559000·Announced 2012-12-03

Winnebago Recalls Motorhomes Due to Refrigerator Circuit Fuse Defect

Winnebago is recalling specific Itasca and Winnebago motorhomes because improper fuses in the refrigerator circuits could cause heat buildup and a vehicle fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (electrical wiring/fuses) that poses a risk of vehicle fire, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Winnebago Industries Inc. is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Era motorhomes, 2010-2013 Via and Itasca Reyo motorhomes, and 2011-2013 View and Itasca Navion motorhomes. These vehicles were manufactured between November 13, 2007, and August 20, 2012. The recall involves 2,495 vehicles.

The defect involves the electrical system, specifically the fuses and circuit breakers. The proper fuses were not installed for the refrigerator circuits. Without the correct fuse, heat can build up, which could lead to a vehicle fire.

Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuses at no cost. The recall began on December 21, 2012. Consumers 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, ITASCA VIEW, REYO, VIA, ERA
Brand
WINNEBAGO
Manufacturer
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC.
Category
Vehicle — Motorhome
Hazard
Affected units
2,495

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 (5)

  • VIEW
  • REYO
  • VIA
  • ERA
  • NAVION

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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