2012 Itasca Sunstar problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2012 Itasca Sunstar.
Built on
- Ford Motorhome Chassis (Incomplete - Stripped Chassis): 2 of 2 decoded VINs · 0 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2012 Motorhome Chassis
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints. For motorhomes, engine, brake and steering recalls are filed by the chassis maker and are not counted in the Itasca recalls above. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see both.
Recalls filed by Itasca
Power Train #12V057000 · 2012 · 2,841 units
Problem: Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 winnebago and itasca motor homes built on a ford f-53 chassis. the âprndlâ cable may break at the attachment to the transmission control selector arm assembly mounted on the steering column. if the cable breaks, the transmission gear indicator in the âprndlâ display in the instrument panel will remain in the first gear position regardless of the gear selected.
Risk: An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel may prevent the driver from knowing if they are in park or reverse, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission selector arm assembly and the âprndlâ cable assembly, free of charge. the safety recall began on march 2, 2012. owners may contact winnebago industries owner relations at 1-641-585-6939.
Equipment #12V389000 · 2012 · 165 units
Problem: Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 winnebago and itasca motor homes. a cutting machine may have scored the copper propane tubing resulting in unknown long-term reliability.
Risk: If the copper tubing fails, propane can escape leading to a fire or explosion which can result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the copper tubing, free of charge. the recall began on september 6, 2012. owners may contact winnebago industries owner relations at 1-641-585-6939.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 2 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Itasca Sunstar have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Itasca for the 2012 Sunstar. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2012 Itasca Sunstar problems?
In 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is power train.