NHTSA Recall 08V681000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V681000; Date: Dec. 19, 2008
The purpose of this part is to specify the content and location of, and other requirements for, the certification label to be affixed to motor vehicles to address certification-related duties and liabilities, and to provide the consumer with information to assist him or her in determining which of the federal motor vehicle safety standards are applicable to the vehicle.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Itasca Sunova; 2009 Itasca Sunstar; 2009 Winnebago Sightseer; 2009 Winnebago Vista
Component: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured by: Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Affected Units:: 36
Recall Summary:
Winnebago is recalling 36 my 2009 vista, sightseer, and itasca sunstar and sunova motor homes for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, 'certification. ' . These vehicles were produced with a vehicle certification label that states load range 'g' tires when in fact the vehicles are equipped with load range 'f' tires.
How to Fix:
Winnebago will provide correct federal certification labels as well as installation instructions to the motor home owners. If an owner desires, they can have their dealer replace the tags for them. The recall is expected to begin on or about January 2, 2009. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.
Recall Notes:
Winnebago recall no. 111. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 2, 2009
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