NHTSA Campaign Id 96V225000; Date: Nov. 5, 1996
In the event of an accident, the vehicle driver or occupant would not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Recalled Vehicles:1997 Itasca Itasca; 1997 Winnebago Winnebago
Component: Seat Belts:front:retractor
Manufactured by: Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Affected Units:: 491
Recall Summary:The seat belt retractor located next to the driver and passenger seats will not allow the belt to be extended so that it can be used.
How to Fix:Dealers will install new seat belt assemblies in these vehicles.
Recall Notes:Vehicle description:class a motor homes. Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during November 1996. Note:owners who take their motor home to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact winnebago at 1-515-582-6939. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 8, 1996
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