NHTSA Recall 07V577000: Shaft pitman (steering)
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,972 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Itasca Horizon.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V577000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX › SHAFT PITMAN |
| Report received | December 12, 2007 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Certain motor home chassis equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears may have been assembled with the incorrect recirculating ball spacer. This could potentially allow the recirculation balls to escape from the recirculation ball circuit resulting in a loss of steering.
Safety risk
The operator may notice higher required steering wheel inputs,or the need for more steering wheel adjustments, while driving in a straight line in combination with metallic cracking noises prior to a loss of steering. Loss of steering could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Winnebago is working with freightliner and zf to replace the steering gear free of charge. Owners may contact winnebago at 641-585-3535 or freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety outline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://
Vehicles covered by recall 07V577000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Itasca Horizon | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Winnebago Vecta | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
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.