Defect Description For Recall
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2015 Winnebago Era, View, And Itasca Navion Vehicles Manufactured September 11, 2014, To February 27, 2015 And Built On A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Chassis. In The Affected Vehicles, The Abutting Wedge, A Component Attached To The Door Jamb To Make Opening The Door Easier After A Severe Frontal Impact, May Have Been Installed Incorrectly.
Make Of Vehicle
WINNEBAGO
Model Of Vehicle
VIEW
Year
2015
Recall Campaign Number
15V135000
Component Description
Structure
Effect Of Defect
If A Vehicle That Has An Incorrectly Installed Abutting Wedge Is Involved In A Severe Frontal Accident, A Greater Force May Be Necessary To Open The Doors, Increasing The Risk Of Injury.
Fix Defect
Mercedes-Benz Notify Owners, And Their Dealers Will Check The Installation Of The Abutting Wedge, CorreCTIng It As Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began In March 2015. Owners May Contact Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Customer Service At 1-877-762-8267.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Winnebago Industries, Inc
Start Of Manufacture
20140911
End Of Manufacture
20150227
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
519
Date Owners Notified
20150323
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Date Report Received
20150309