Equipment: electrical: radio/tape deck/CD etc.
- Component
- Equipment: electrical: radio/tape deck/CD etc.
- Manufacturer
- Winnebago Industries, Inc
- Vehicles affected
- 5,057
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2017-04-19
- Owners notified
- 2017-05-23
Defect description
Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Winnebago View, VIA, ERA, and Itasca Navion motorhomes. The affected vehicles have an Axxess radio volume control module that may interfere with the chassis electrical system.
Safety risk
The Axxess radio volume control module can affect electrical system functions, possibly causing an engine shutdown, power loss, illumination of malfunction indicator warning lights, and interfere with the restraint system. These scenarios can increase the risk of crash or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will remove the Axxess radio volume control module, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2017. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885.