Winnebago Shell problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 1993–2023: 2 recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Seat Belts #23V365000 · 2023 · 1,328 units
Problem: Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2023 winnebago shell, 2021-2023 winnebago inspire, 2022-2023 winnebago vista, adventurer, forza, journey and itasca sunstar motorhomes. the seat belt attachment may have been improperly tightened. as such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Risk: A loose seat belt attachment may not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the seat belt attachment fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed july 24, 2023. owners may contact winnebago at 1-800-537-1885. winnebago's number for this recall is 175.
Equipment #97V012000 · 1997 · 10,590 units
Problem: The spare tire carrier hoist components can become loose while traveling and allow the spare tire to move from its stored position to the road surface.
Risk: The spare tire can contact the road surface increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or property damage to the following vehicles.
Fix: Dealers will add a primary spare tire support bracket.
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