NHTSA Recall 02V153000: Trailer hitches
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 229 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Itasca 221B.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V153000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | June 12, 2002 |
| Owner notification | June 21, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes, an improperly mounted trailer hitch may have been installed on these motor homes. The trailer hitch may not have all the required fasteners attached to the motor home.
Safety risk
If the hitch is utilized, it could stress the existing fasteners. A condition could exist that would shear or loosen the remaining fastener causing the hitch to separate from the vehicle, resulting in bodily injury and/or property damage.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the trailer hitch, and if necessary, add or replace the mounting hardware. Owner notification began june 21, 2002. 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.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V153000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Itasca 221B | 2002 |
| Itasca Sunstar | 2002 |
| Rialta Rialta | 2002 |
| Winnebago 221B | 2002 |
| Winnebago 222FD | 2002 |
| Winnebago 222HD | 2002 |
| Winnebago 222QD | 2002 |
| Winnebago Vista | 2002 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.