Intermittent loss of ignition switch contact
Defect Summary
Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 winnebago travato, trend, and itasca viva! motor homes manufactured february 27, 2015, to january 6, 2016. the affected vehicles have an ignition switch that may experience an intermittent loss of electrical contact.
Safety Consequence
An intermittent loss of contact can result in a vehicle stall and/or a partial or complete loss of the air bags, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control and/or instrument panel cluster. loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Fca us (chrysler), manufacturer of the motorhome chassis, will notify owners, and chrysler dealers will replace the ignition switch contact holder block, free of charge. owners were sent interim notices in january 2016. the recall began on march 4, 2016. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Winnebago Industries, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 16V026000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V026000?
NHTSA recall 16V026000 was issued by Winnebago Industries, Inc. on January 21, 2016. It addresses: Intermittent loss of ignition switch contact. The recall affects approximately 359 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Winnebago Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V026000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.