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Safety recall · 85V141000

Engine and engine cooling: emission control Itasca, Winnebago recall

WINNEBAGO IND., INC. reported this recall to NHTSA on October 29, 1985. It covers about 285 vehicles across 4 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Campaign
85V141000
Reported
Oct 29, 1985
Vehicles
285
Area
Engine & cooling

The problem

The fuel shut-off valve in the generator compartment may contact a battery cable terminal or the starter solenoid of the 7000 kohler generator. This contact causes an electrical short circuit and possible fuel line leakage. Consequence of defect: should a short occur the fuel line would be damaged, causing a gasoline leakage. A potential for an explosion and/or fire.

The fix

Secure fuel line in a position away from the battery cable terminal.

Contacts

System: fuel line. Vehicle description: motorhomes.

What to do

  1. 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.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Itasca, Winnebago dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 85V141000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

Questions

Is the 85V141000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. WINNEBAGO IND., INC.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 85V141000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 85V141000 announced?

WINNEBAGO IND., INC. reported it to NHTSA on October 29, 1985. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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