The problem
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2025 Minnie Winnie and Spirit motorhomes. The spare tire carrier mounting bolts may loosen, allowing the carrier to detach.
The risk
A detached spare tire carrier can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect, replace, and correctly torque the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 194.
Contacts
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Winnebago dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 25V007000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.