NHTSA Recall 05V475000: Tank assembly (fuel system)
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,613 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Itasca Cambria.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V475000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | October 13, 2005 |
| Owner notification | October 14, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes built on ford chassis, the fasteners holding the fuel tank mounting straps may not have been properly tightened, allowing the possibility for the fuel tank to loosen and fall.
Safety risk
If the fuel tank falls, there is the potential for the tank to ignite, resulting in personal injury, vehicle and property damage.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and properly tighten the fasteners to the fuel tank straps. The recall began on october 15, 2005. Owners may contact winnebago at 614-585-6939.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V475000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Itasca Cambria | 2005, 2006 |
| Itasca Sundancer | 2005, 2006 |
| Winnebago Aspect | 2005, 2006 |
| Winnebago Itasca Spirit | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Winnebago Minnie | 2004, 2005 |
| Winnebago Minnie Winnie | 2005, 2006 |
| Winnebago Outlook | 2006 |
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.