NHTSA Recall 03V049000: Temporary/emergency spare tire (tires)
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 176 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Itasca Sunova.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V049000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 87 |
| Component | TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE |
| Report received | February 20, 2003 |
| Owner notification | March 7, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain model d30b motor homes built on a ford chassis, a plate, which is used to support the spare tire, was inadvertently left off a number of these motor homes.
Safety risk
Without this additional support, the spare tire could fall off the vehicle resulting in property damage and possibly personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the spare tire mount and, if necessary, install a new support plate. Owner notification is expected to begin during march 2003. 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
Winnebago recall no. 87. 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 03V049000
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.