Winnebago Instinct problems & recalls

Problem: Winnebago towable (winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 winnebago winnie drop, micro minnie, minnie, minnie plus, spyder, scorpion, destination, instinct, and voyage travel trailers manufactured november 9, 2015, to september 6, 2016. the weight label on the affected vehicles incorrectly states the fresh water capacity in gallons when it should be stated in pounds.

Risk: The incorrect information may cause the trailer to be overloaded, possibly resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect weight labels with corrected labels, free of charge. the recall began on january 19, 2017. owners may contact winnebago owner relations at 1-574-825-5250 extension 5220.

Problem: Winnebago towable (winnebago) is recalling certain 2016 instinct trailers manufactured january 12, 2016, to february 29, 2016. the affected trailers may have an inadvertent "i" stamped as the fifth character in the vin number.

Risk: No direct safety risk exists but an accurate vin is required to verify trailer applicability for any future safety recalls.

Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will install a new vin plate over the incorrect vin plate, free of charge. the recall began on april 19, 2016. owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-574-825-5250.