SteeringRecall 12V-453 · Itasca and Winnebago vehicles
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC. recall 12V-453 covers 2 Itasca and Winnebago vehicles for a steering problem, reported to NHTSA on September 14, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V453000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
The bolts may fracture, leading to separation of the steering gear and thus a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.