Recall 98V-015: 1998 Itasca G33WQ, 1998 Itasca L33WB and 10 more
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for fuel system, other, reported to NHTSA on Jan 26, 1998, covering about 741 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: motor homes. A liquid propane (Lp) hose was installed in the range burner box. The elevated temperature the hose is exposed to inside this box can prematurely age the hose causing a possible LP leak.
The risk
Lp gas leakage could ignite and result in bodily injury and/or property damage.
The fix
Dealers will relocate the flexible hose outside of the range box.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin february 16, 1998.owners who take their motor homes 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 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Other › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V015000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Itasca G33WQ | 1998 | All years |
| Itasca L33WB | 1998 | All years |
| Itasca L34WY | 1998 | All years |
| Itasca L36WL | 1998 | All years |
| Itasca Suncruiser | 1998 | All years |
| Itasca Sunflyer | 1998 | All years |
| Winnebago Adventurer | 1998 | All years |
| Winnebago Chieftain | 1998 | All years |
| Winnebago G33WQ | 1998 | All years |
| Winnebago L33WB | 1998 | All years |
| Winnebago L34WY | 1998 | All years |
| Winnebago L36WL | 1998 | 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 98V-015?
Vehicle description: motor homes. A liquid propane (Lp) hose was installed in the range burner box. The elevated temperature the hose is exposed to inside this box can prematurely age the hose causing a possible LP leak.
How is recall 98V-015 fixed?
Dealers will relocate the flexible hose outside of the range box.
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.