- The problem
- Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Winnebago and Itasca motor homes. A cutting machine may have scored the copper propane tubing resulting in unknown long-term reliability.
- The risk
- If the copper tubing fails, propane can escape leading to a fire or explosion which can result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
- The fix
- Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the copper tubing, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2012. Owners may contact Winnebago Industries Owner Relations at 1-641-585-6939.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Itasca Impulse Silver Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2012 Itasca Impulse Silver with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in August 2012 for the lines and fittings. For comparison, the 2011 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough Impulse Silver years are on file
#360 most complained-about 2012 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2012 Itasca Impulse Silver problems
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2012 Itasca Impulse Silver recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2012 access, access premier and itasca impulse and impulse silver motor homes, manufactured from june 28, 2011, through january 25, 2012. The parking brake cable may rub on a metal support under the vehicle.
- The risk
- If the parking brake cable rubs, it may fail to release, or over time it may abrade until it to fails, resulting in the vehicle rolling away without prior warning possibly causing personal injury or death.
- The fix
- Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will shorten the metal tube to provide clearance for the parking brake cable, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 17, 2012. Owners may contact winnebago industries owner relations at 1-641-585-6939.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2012 Itasca Impulse Silver
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 itasca impulse silver motor home, model number: if23irp. The contact stated that the seat belt that was attached to the sofa was defective. The seat belt adjusted over the passenger's hip only if the passenger was seated sideways. The contact was concerned that the passenger could sustain internal damage in the event of a crash. The manufacturer was made aware of the defect and stated that the seat belt design could not be compromised, however the manufacturer noted that the seat was not...
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intended for occupancy but a seat belt was installed. The seat belt defect was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 1,640. Updated 11/27/12 *cn the customer stated the vehicle was supposed to be able to seat six people but can only seat five. Updated 12/11/2012 *js
Itasca Impulse Silver: every year compared
All Impulse Silver years2012 Itasca Impulse Silver vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Itasca Impulse Silver | 1 | 2 | - | |
| 2012 Itasca Sunstar | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Itasca Navion IQ | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Itasca Navion | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 2012 Itasca Impulse Silver
Does the 2012 Itasca Impulse Silver have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Itasca Impulse Silver: lines and fittings (August 2012); parking brake (February 2012). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Itasca Impulse Silver?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 2012 Itasca Impulse Silver had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 10, 2012 and the latest on October 10, 2012. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
What should I do if my 2012 Itasca Impulse Silver has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data