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NHTSA 08V681📅 Dec 23, 2008

2009 Itasca Sunova & 2009 Itasca Sunstar + 2 more recall: equipment

⚠️ What's wrong

Winnebago is recalling 36 my 2009 Vista, Sightseer, and itasca Sunstar and Sunova motor homes for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, 'certification.' . These vehicles were produced with a vehicle certification label that states load range 'g' tires when in fact the vehicles are equipped with load range 'f' tires.

💥 The risk

The purpose of this part is to specify the content and location of, and other requirements for, the certification label to be affixed to motor vehicles to address certification-related duties and liabilities, and to provide the consumer with information to assist him or her in determining which of the federal motor vehicle safety standards are applicable to the vehicle.

🔧 The fix

Winnebago will provide correct federal certification labels as well as installation instructions to the motor home owners. If an owner desires, they CAN have their dealer replace the tags for them. The recall is expected to begin on or about january 2, 2009. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
08V681000
Manufacturer recall #
111
Manufacturer
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.
Vehicles affected
36
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 2, 2009
Built
Apr 22, 2008 – Nov 22, 2008
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Winnebago recall no. 111.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 08V681 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 08V681?

2009 Itasca Sunova & 2009 Itasca Sunstar + 2 more. 36 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Itasca dealer to book the free repair.