Winnebago Industries Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12V575000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V575000 by Winnebago Industries Inc.. Includes 1 affected units, Wheelchair Lift Armored Cable Short Circuit, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Winnebago is recalling one model year 2008 aspect motorhome manufactured on september 12, 2007. the motorhome is equipped with a ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which has an optional armored pendant cable. the cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover.

Corrective Action

Ricon will be conducting this recall on behalf of winnebago. ricon will notify the affected owner and will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions, free of charge. the safety recall began on february 6, 2013. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-641-585-3535 or ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V575000

Manufacturer: Winnebago Industries Inc.

Report Received Date: 2012-12-10T00:00:00

Subject: Wheelchair lift armored cable short circuit

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 1

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Winnebago is recalling one model year 2008 aspect motorhome manufactured on september 12, 2007. the motorhome is equipped with a ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which has an optional armored pendant cable. the cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover.

Consequence Summary: The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift causing a short circuit that could result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Ricon will be conducting this recall on behalf of winnebago. ricon will notify the affected owner and will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions, free of charge. the safety recall began on february 6, 2013. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-641-585-3535 or ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12V575000

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