Recall 13V162000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 13V162000. Component: EQUIPMENT. 523 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Defect Summary
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Winnebago Access, Aspect, Sightseer, Vista, Adventurer, Forza and Itasca Impulse, Cambria, Sunova, Sunstar, Suncruiser motorhomes manufactured February 20, 2013, through April 25, 2013. If the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowningly become damaged. A damaged motor may lead to an unfurling of the awning.
Remedy
Winnebago will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with a design that is not subject to an out-of-sequence installation error. The recall began on July 17, 2013. Owners may contact Winnebago at 1-800-537-1885 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching ITASCA, WINNEBAGO from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V177000 | Mar 23, 2026 | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1,446 |
| 26V089000 | Feb 17, 2026 | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. | STRUCTURE | 4,024 |
| 26V052000 | Jan 29, 2026 | WINNEBAGO TOWABLE | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 100 |
| 26V016000 | Jan 16, 2026 | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. | EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING:FREEZE PREVENTION HEATER | 3,045 |
| 25V776000 | Nov 12, 2025 | WINNEBAGO TOWABLE | EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:OVEN/STOVE/COOKTOP | 672 |
| 25V701000 | Oct 15, 2025 | WINNEBAGO TOWABLE | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 377 |
| 25V673000 | Oct 8, 2025 | WINNEBAGO TOWABLE | EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | 307 |
| 25V499000 | Aug 4, 2025 | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. | TIRES:VALVE | 655 |
| 25V478000 | Jul 22, 2025 | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. | AIR BAGS | 2,119 |
| 25V408000 | Jul 15, 2025 | WINNEBAGO TOWABLE | EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:OVEN/STOVE/COOKTOP | 527 |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.