The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·24V334000·Announced 2024-05-13

Winnebago Recalls 2020 Commercial Vehicle for Wheelchair Lift Defect

Winnebago is recalling one 2020 Commercial vehicle because the wheelchair lift's outer barrier may deploy unexpectedly, increasing injury 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 risk-of-harm product (wheelchair lift) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria for potential injury without confirmed incidents.

Plain-English summary

Winnebago Industries, Inc. is recalling one 2020 Commercial vehicle equipped with a specific BraunAbility Wheelchair Lift. The recall addresses a defect where the outer barrier of the lift may deploy unexpectedly. This issue causes the vehicle to fail compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."

The unexpected deployment of the outer barrier may result in the platform not securely retaining the wheelchair. This condition increases the risk of injury to lift occupants. No specific injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text.

Dealers will relocate the ground sensing pressure switch to correct the issue, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 31, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
WINNEBAGO COMMERCIAL VEHICLE
Brand
WINNEBAGO
Affected units
1

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)

  • COMMERCIAL VEHICLE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.