SeatsRecall 79V-126 · Winnebago vehicles

WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall 79V-126 covers 405 Winnebago vehicles for a seats problem, reported to NHTSA on May 24, 1979.

Vehicles repairedNo manufacturer report yet

Vehicles affected4053 models

ReportedMay 24, 1979Owners notified Jun 6, 1979

Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 79V126000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

THE INVOLVED VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS". THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT PEDESTALS HAVE BEEN ATTACHED TO THE FLOOR USING THE INCORRECT HARDWARE.

What to do

The fix

DEALER WILL INSTALL FLAT WASHERS BETWEEN FLANGE AND MOUNTING PLATE AND INSTALL PROPER BOLTS TO MEET REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207.

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES.SYSTEM: INTERIOR; SEAT TRACKS AND ANCHORS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, THE SEATS MAY BECOMEDETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THIS WOULD INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

3 models

Vehicles in this recall

Winnebago Type C1979

Winnebago WD423rb1979

Winnebago WD424rh1979

Built from December 1, 1978 to March 1, 1979. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.