NHTSA Recall 04V471000: Accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 240 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Itasca Horizon.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V471000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 91 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
| Report received | September 27, 2004 |
| Owner notification | September 17, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes built on a freightliner chassis with a 400-hp cummins engine, a sheet metal "tab" on a wire cover located behind the accelerator pedal has the potential to catch on the accelerator pedal.
Safety risk
If the accelerator pedal hangs up on the tab of the wire cover, a hazardous situation could result in the pedal not going back to idle position, increasing the risk of personal injury, vehicle damage and, a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will provide instructions for owners to inspect and if necessary have the wire cover repaired. If owners do not feel comfortable performing the inspection, dealers will inspect and repair as necessary. The recall began on september 17, 2004. Owners should contact winnebago at 641-585-6939.
Notes
Winnebago recall no. 91.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 04V471000
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.