Winnebago Of Indiana, Llc | NHTSA Recall #04V158000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V158000 by Winnebago Of Indiana, Llc. Includes 168 affected units, SUNNYBROOK/HITCH PIN BOX, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with bedroom slide out rooms, the front cross-member connected to the hitch pin box may not be of adequate strength.

Corrective Action

Dealers will add a 2" x 3" x 86" 11 gauge steel tube to the existing front cross-member and inspect/repair all welds, joints and structure of the upper frame decking. the recall began on april 15, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact sunnybrook at 574-825-5250.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V158000
Manufacturer: Winnebago Of Indiana, Llc
Report Received Date: 2004-04-01T00:00:00
Subject: Sunnybrook/hitch pin box
Component: Trailer Hitches
Potentially Affected Units: 168

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with bedroom slide out rooms, the front cross-member connected to the hitch pin box may not be of adequate strength.
Consequence Summary: If overloaded, extensive use, added hitch weight, and/or road unevenness, stress on the c-channel could cause the hitch pin box to have crowning or stress fractures causing the upper frame to drop down more than one inch when connected to the tow vehicle. this could affect the steering capability of the towing vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will add a 2" x 3" x 86" 11 gauge steel tube to the existing front cross-member and inspect/repair all welds, joints and structure of the upper frame decking. the recall began on april 15, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact sunnybrook at 574-825-5250.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 04V158000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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