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2009 Itasca Sunova, Itasca Sunstar and others recall: labels

Winnebago Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 19, 2008. It covers about 36 vehicles.

vehicles affected
36
reported
Dec 19, 2008
owners notified
Jan 2, 2009

Equipment: other: labels

What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Remedy
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 number 08V681000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V681000

Is there a recall on the 2009 Itasca Sunova, Itasca Sunstar and others labels?

Yes. Recall 08V681000, reported on December 19, 2008, covers about 36 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V681000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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