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HighNHTSA·19V512000·Announced 2019-07-03

Winnebago Forza Motorhomes Recalled for Storage Door Defect

Winnebago is recalling 2017-2019 Forza motorhomes because the exterior storage compartment door may unexpectedly open while driving, increasing crash risk.

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 structural vehicle defect (door opening while in motion) that increases the risk of a crash, but the source text does not report any deaths or serious injuries, placing it in the High severity category.

Plain-English summary

Winnebago Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2019 Forza motorhomes. The recall addresses a defect where the exterior storage compartment door may unexpectedly open while the vehicle is in motion.

If the storage compartment door opens while the vehicle is moving, other drivers may swerve to avoid hitting the door or objects falling from within the compartment. This action increases the risk of a crash.

Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will install a new latch and inspect, align, and readjust the catch as necessary. Winnebago issued an interim notification to owners on August 14, 2019, and the recall began on September 29, 2020. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
WINNEBAGO FORZA
Brand
WINNEBAGO
Manufacturer
Winnebago Industries, Inc
Category
Vehicle — Motorhome
Hazard
Affected units
766

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)

  • FORZA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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