Recalls for 2015 Itasca Ellipse

DEFECT #1 - STEERING

Posted on: 2016-05-31
Description
Winnebago industries, inc (winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 winnebago tour and itasca ellipse motor homes manufactured august 29, 2014, to november 4, 2015 and built on a freightliner chassis.  In the affected vehicles, the steering box may have been manufactured with an incorrect spacer with insufficient height that can cause too much play, causing the connection to wear between the steering wheel and the front axle.

Consequence
The steering wheel's connection to the front axle could fail resulting in a sudden loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Daimler trucks of north america will notify owners, and freightliner dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge.  The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.  Note: owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected.  Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.