Lpg systems: lines and fittingsRecall 12V-389 · Itasca and Winnebago vehicles
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC. recall 12V-389 covers 165 Itasca and Winnebago vehicles for a lpg systems: lines and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on August 8, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V389000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The 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.
The 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.
The 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.
This is Winnebago recall no. 126. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from March 1, 2012 to March 21, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.