I am reporting the michelin xrv tires installed from the manufacturer has begun to crack. After an inspection at a authorized michelin dealer, it was determined I had, at a minimum, 3 tires suffering from severe cracking and would be considered unsafe for the road.
The worst 2012 Itasca Sunstar problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
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Recalls 2
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: lines and fittings
- What is wrong
- Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Winnebago and Itasca motor homes. A cutting machine may have scored the copper propane tubing resulting in unknown long-term reliability.
- Risk
- If the copper tubing fails, propane can escape leading to a fire or explosion which can result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
- Remedy
- Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the copper tubing, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2012. Owners may contact Winnebago Industries Owner Relations at 1‑641‑585‑6939.
Recall number 12V389000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)
- What is wrong
- Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 winnebago and itasca motor homes built on a ford f-53 chassis. The prndl cable may break at the attachment to the transmission control selector arm assembly mounted on the steering column. If the cable breaks, the transmission gear indicator in the prndl display in the instrument panel will remain in the first gear position regardless of the gear selected.
- Risk
- An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel may prevent the driver from knowing if they are in park or reverse, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission selector arm assembly and the prndl cable assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 2, 2012. Owners may contact winnebago industries owner relations at 1‑641‑585‑6939.
Recall number 12V057000 · Recall details
What 2012 Itasca Sunstar owners say
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Tl* the contact owns a 2012 itasca sunstar. The contact stated that he attempted to accelerate but there was a brief delay. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the technician was unable to diagnose a problem. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage 1,400 and the current mileage was 31,000. Updated 06/10/14*lj updated 06/13/2014
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Questions about the 2012 Itasca Sunstar
Is the 2012 Itasca Sunstar reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2012 Itasca Sunstar, 2.0 times a typical Sunstar model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Itasca Sunstar?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2012 Itasca Sunstar have?
2 recalls, covering equipment and power train.
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