- The problem
- Winnebago is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. The population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. The response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.
- The risk
- The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.
- The fix
- Winnebago is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. Owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. Please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. The recall began during december 2010. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or winnebago at 1-641-585-3535.
Vehicle safety record
1997 Itasca Suncruiser Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1997 Itasca Suncruiser with NHTSA, most often about the equipment & accessories (1) and the acceleration & cruise control (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in October 2010 for the equipment. For comparison, the 1996 has 1 and the 1998 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Suncruiser year, for its age
#268 most complained-about 1997 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1997 Itasca Suncruiser problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1997 Itasca Suncruiser 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
- The spare tire carrier hoist components can become loose while traveling and allow the spare tire to move from its stored position to the road surface.
- The risk
- The spare tire can contact the road surface increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or property damage to the following vehicles.
- The fix
- Dealers will add a primary spare tire support bracket.
What owners say
Be the first Suncruiser owner to share.
Problems or none - your experience is exactly what the next buyer is looking for. Write it now
2 complaints about the 1997 Itasca Suncruiser
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
My class a motorhome was recalled for a defective cruise control. The ford dealers I contacted told me it would take up to 5 months for them to receive the replacement corrective part. This is unacceptable. They have had months to make the parts available. Now I have to get along without any cruise control on a 34' 17,000 lb. Vehicle with gasoline costing over $3 a gallon. *Tr
Vehicle caught on fire while driving caused by an overheated air conditioner. *Ak
Itasca Suncruiser: every year compared
All Suncruiser years1997 Itasca Suncruiser vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Itasca Suncruiser | 2 | 2 | C | |
| 1997 Itasca Itasca | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1997 Itasca Suncruiser
Does the 1997 Itasca Suncruiser have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1997 Itasca Suncruiser: equipment (October 2010); carrier / rack (February 1997). 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 1997 Itasca Suncruiser?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the equipment & accessories (1), acceleration & cruise control (1).
How many complaints has the 1997 Itasca Suncruiser had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 30, 1997 and the latest on November 13, 2007. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1997 Itasca Suncruiser a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 46 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Itasca Suncruiser year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Itasca Suncruiser years have the most complaints?
2004 (6), 2005 (5), 1999 (4). See every Itasca Suncruiser year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Itasca Suncruiser 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