Recall 02V-277: 1987–1996 Itasca Spirit, 1987–1996 Itasca Sundancer and 4 more
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Dec 10, 2002, covering about 1,531 vehicles.
The problem
Certain motor homes equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units model numbers 1200lr and 1200rim with serial numbers between 700000 and 1008700 . These refrigerators can experience low cycle fatigue failure which can lead to the liquid solution slowly leaking from the sealed, pressurized cooling unit through a small crack.
The risk
If a leak occurs and the unit is continually operated, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.
The fix
Norcold will notify its customers and provide a replacement cooling unit free of charge. 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 norold service at 1-800-667-3005 or winnebago at 641-585-3535.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4326).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 02V277005 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Itasca Spirit | 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 | All years |
| Itasca Sundancer | 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 | All years |
| Itasca Sunrise | 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 | All years |
| Winnebago Brave | 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 | All years |
| Winnebago Minnie | 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 | All years |
| Winnebago Minnie Winnie | 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 | All 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 02V-277?
Certain motor homes equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units model numbers 1200lr and 1200rim with serial numbers between 700000 and 1008700 . These refrigerators can experience low cycle fatigue failure which can lead to the liquid solution slowly leaking from the sealed, pressurized cooling unit through a small crack.
How is recall 02V-277 fixed?
Norcold will notify its customers and provide a replacement cooling unit free of charge. 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 norold service at 1-800-667-3005 or winnebago at 641-585-3535.
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.