- 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
2004 Itasca Sunflyer Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2004 Itasca Sunflyer have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in October 2010 for the equipment.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Sunflyer year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2004 Itasca Sunflyer recalls 3
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
- On certain motor homes built on a 20,700 gvwr or greater workhorse chassis, there may not be sufficient clearance in the area where the fuel line crosses the frame cross member.
- The risk
- Without clearance, a condition could develop where the cross member may wear into the fuel line and a fuel leak may develop. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will repair these motor homes by providing clearance between the fuel line and frame cross member. The fuel line will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced. The recall began january 7, 2005. Owners should contact winnebago at 1-800-537-1885.
- The problem
- Certain seat belt buckles on some motor homes fail to conform to the load requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "Seat belt assemblies."
- The risk
- The seat belt buckle may unlatch in the event of a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury to the seat occupant.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the buckles. The recall began on november 12, 2004. Owners should contact amsafe at 1-574-266-8330 or winnebago at 1-800-537-1885.
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No complaints about the 2004 Itasca Sunflyer yet
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Itasca Sunflyer: every year compared
All Sunflyer years2004 Itasca Sunflyer vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Itasca Sunflyer | 0 | 3 | F | |
| 2004 Itasca Suncruiser | 6 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2004 Itasca Meridian | 4 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2004 Itasca Horizon | 3 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2004 Itasca Sunrise | 3 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2004 Itasca Sunova | 1 | 6 | D | Compare |
| 2004 Itasca Sunstar | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2004 Itasca Spirit | 1 | 5 | F | 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 2004 Itasca Sunflyer
Does the 2004 Itasca Sunflyer have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2004 Itasca Sunflyer: equipment (October 2010); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (December 2004); buckle assembly (December 2004). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2004 Itasca Sunflyer had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2004 Itasca Sunflyer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 20 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Itasca Sunflyer 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 Sunflyer years have the most complaints?
1999 (2), 2000 (2), 1990 (1). See every Itasca Sunflyer year compared.
What should I do if my 2004 Itasca Sunflyer 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