Recall 98V-081: 1995–1998 Rialta Rialta
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for tires, reported to NHTSA on Apr 21, 1998, covering about 2,830 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with continental general tires. Certain tires, when installed on these motor homes, can experience premature tire deterioration.
The risk
This condition can cause the tire to deflate and personal injury and/or property damage can result.
The fix
Dealers, in conjunction with continental general tire, will remove and replace these tires with new tires and new valve stems. The front tires and spare tire will be the same size as the existing tires. The rear tires will be size 215/70r15c and have a higher load rating.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin may 8, 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 | Tires |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V081000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Rialta Rialta | 1995, 1996, 1997, 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-081?
Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with continental general tires. Certain tires, when installed on these motor homes, can experience premature tire deterioration.
How is recall 98V-081 fixed?
Dealers, in conjunction with continental general tire, will remove and replace these tires with new tires and new valve stems. The front tires and spare tire will be the same size as the existing tires. The rear tires will be size 215/70r15c and have a higher load rating.
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.