2006 Itasca Navion recalls and problems

The 2006 Itasca Navion has 4 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Itasca dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
9
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2006 Itasca Navion vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Itasca Navion recalls

Recall 10V-470: Seat Belts

Reported Oct 5, 2010 · 2,496 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 winnebago view and itasca navion motor homes because the dinette area seat belt restraints on those vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." in a collision, the generated crash forces can cause the restraint's attachment to tear and allow the anchor to separate from the body of the vehicle.

Risk: If the restraint separates from the vehicle during a crash, the belt will not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury or death to the occupant.

Fix: Winnebago will add additional seat belt anchorages free of charge. The safety recall began on november 12, 2010. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-800-537-1885.

Recall 07V-163: Equipment

Reported Apr 10, 2007 · 1,582 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: On certain motor homes, the exterior slideout storage drawer can inadvertently slide out during normal highway operation.

Risk: This could impact nearby persons or objects resulting in personal injury and/;or vehicle and property damage.

Fix: Dealers will install a secondary catch on these motor homes. The recall began on june 15, 2007. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-614-585-3535.

Recall 05V-573: Structure

Reported Dec 28, 2005 · 193 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: On certain motor homes equipped with kwikee brand electric steps, the steps may have been manufactured with defective step control units.

Risk: The defective control units could develop an electrical short allowing for the potential of the plastic case to ignite, possibly resulting in personal injury and/or vehicle and property damage.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the kwikee step and replace the step control unit, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on december 23, 2005. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-800-537-1885.

Recall 05V-265: Suspension

Reported Jun 6, 2005 · 89 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: On certain motor homes equipped with optional rear suspension air bags, the upper mount can move and contact the tire.

Risk: This could damage the tire and cause vehicle instability which could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a rear suspension air bag upper mount reinforcement kit. The recall began on june 17, 2005. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.

2006 Itasca Navion problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling4
Latches/Locks/Linkages3
Electrical System1
Service Brakes1

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Other Fuel Types › Turbo/Supercharger — 3
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe — 1
  • Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 4,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Itasca Navion complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · at 50,000 miles · reported Feb 16, 2018
I responded to a recall notice (S91) ABS brake light indicator light malfunction. I was advised that this is done as a software update to the computer on my sprinter motor home. The work was done by arrigo dodge.. However, the next time I used the motor home, the ABS break system failed (While evacuating hurricane irma) thus causing the motor home to get stuck in 2nd gear with no ABS brakes.. The total bill for parts and labor was $5,054.26. The grand total was $7678.49 after all other expenses. At this time, the motor home does not have a working ABS brake system which is a safety issue. The…
Electrical System · at 31,853 miles · reported Oct 20, 2007
This was the third turbo failure since our purchase of this rv vehicle: 2006 itasca navion, with the dodge/mercedes benz sprinter. The first failure was in sept. , '05, about 1 1/2 months after our purchase. The second was in august, '06. Each time, it lost power suddenly, while we were on a major highway, decreasing our speed immediately to approximately 30-35 MPH if on a downhill or straight road. It had no power to climb even a slight incline. Each time, the resonator had to be replaced. We have met other owners of the same type of vehicle who have had similar experiences. All have been…
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 1,745 miles · reported Sep 14, 2007
Cracked turbo resonator tube results in loss of power. Vehicle goes into "limp home mode" resulting in vehicle slow down and speed below posted minimum on uphill expressway grades.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 6,858 miles · reported Sep 14, 2007
Cracked turbo resonator tube results in loss of power. Vehicle goes into "limp home mode" resulting in vehicle slow down and speed below posted minimums, particularly on uphill expressway grades.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 4,500 miles · reported Aug 23, 2007
The turbo resonator/manifold of my itasca navion motorhome failed causing immediate loss of power and inability to shift the transmission. This failure is caused by a crack in the plastic resonator part. When thefailure occurs (Randomly) the immediate loss of power may place the moving vehicle in danger of being rear ended or head on collision if in the act pf passing another vehicle. There are many cases of this failure reported on the internet at "topix" and "dodge forum". I AM unable to get any support or help from the vehicle manufacturer (Winnebago itasca) or from dodge customer service.…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Itasca Navion have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2006 Itasca Navion: 10V-470 (seat belts), 07V-163 (equipment), 05V-573 (structure), 05V-265 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Itasca Navion?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (4 reports), followed by latches/locks/linkages (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 4,500 miles.

Are Itasca recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Itasca dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.