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NHTSA Recall 12V453000
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NHTSA Recall 12V453000
NHTSA Campaign ID number : 12V453000
Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s):
ITASCA / SUNCRUISER 2013
WINNEBAGO / VISTA 2013
Manufacturer: WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC. Mfr's Report Date: SEP 13, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V453000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2
Summary:
Winnebago is recalling a model year 2013 Winnebago and 2013 Itasca motor home built on a Ford F-53 chassis. The steering gear bracket may have been secured with nuts that may damage the bolts due to an incompatibility between the installation torque and the nut finish.
Consequence:
The bolts may fracture, leading to separation of the steering gear and thus a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
These vehicles have been repaired prior to being sold, therefore an owner notification notice will not be issued. Consumers may contact Winnebago Industries owner relations at 1-641-585-6939.
Notes:
Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles: Itasca Suncruiser, Winnebago Vista, Ford F-53