Recall 00V-378: 1997–1998 Ultimate Advantage, 1998 Ultimate Freedom and 1 more

WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Dec 4, 2000, covering about 87 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-378
Report date
Dec 4, 2000
Vehicles affected
87
Owners notified
Dec 8, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: motor homes. The front axle and/or front tires can encounter unequal side-to-side loading due to inappropriate loading or the vehicle's leveling device becoming improperly adjusted.

The risk

Should this occur, one or more of the front axle components could fail increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.

The fix

Dealers will correct this overloading condition by replacing defective components including tires, where necessary.

Notes

Owner notification began december 8, 2000.owners who take their vehicles 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 1-641-585-6939.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerWINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.
ComponentSuspension › Front
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V378000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ultimate Advantage1997, 1998All years
Ultimate Freedom1998All years
Winnebago UKQ40J1998, 1999, 2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-378?

Vehicle description: motor homes. The front axle and/or front tires can encounter unequal side-to-side loading due to inappropriate loading or the vehicle's leveling device becoming improperly adjusted.

How is recall 00V-378 fixed?

Dealers will correct this overloading condition by replacing defective components including tires, where necessary.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.