- 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
1999 Itasca Sunrise Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1999 Itasca Sunrise with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2010 for the equipment. For comparison, the 1998 has 0 and the 2000 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Sunrise year, for its age
#425 most complained-about 1999 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1999 Itasca Sunrise problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1999 Itasca Sunrise recalls 1
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
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1999 Itasca Sunrise
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Seal to outer skin of roof malfunctions creating leaks but also safety hazard. Manufacturer has replaced seal once but has malfunctioned again. *Ak
Itasca Sunrise: every year compared
All Sunrise years1999 Itasca Sunrise vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Itasca Sunrise | 1 | 1 | B | |
| 1999 Itasca Itasca | 8 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1999 Itasca Sundancer | 5 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1999 Itasca Suncruiser | 4 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1999 Itasca Sunflyer | 2 | 2 | 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 1999 Itasca Sunrise
Does the 1999 Itasca Sunrise have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1999 Itasca Sunrise: equipment (October 2010). 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 1999 Itasca Sunrise?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 1999 Itasca Sunrise had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 26, 2004 and the latest on April 26, 2004. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1999 Itasca Sunrise a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Itasca Sunrise 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 Sunrise years have the most complaints?
2003 (3), 2004 (3), 2006 (2). See every Itasca Sunrise year compared.
What should I do if my 1999 Itasca Sunrise 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