NHTSA Recall 10V020000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V020000; Date: Jan. 25, 2010
A loose brake pedal increases the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Itasca Horizon; 2009 Itasca Horizon; 2008 Winnebago Vectra; 2009 Winnebago Vectra
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages
Manufactured by: Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Affected Units:: 247
Recall Summary:
Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 winnebago vectra and itasc horizon motor homes manufactured between November 2006 and may 2009, equipped with kongsberg automotive adjustable brake pedals. The adjustable brake pedal arm may loosen allowing the arm to rotate around its shaft and swing in front of the accelerator pedal, reducing braking function.
How to Fix:
Winnebago is working with freightliner to notify owners. Repairs will be conducted by freightliner free of charge. The safety recall began during February 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks warranty campaigns department at 1-800-647-0712.
Recall Notes:
Owners 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 12, 2010
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