NHTSA Recall 15V510000: Latches/locks/linkages
Winnebago Industries, Inc reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,307 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Itasca Spirit.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V510000 |
|---|---|
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES |
| Report received | August 12, 2015 |
| Owner notification | November 4, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Winnebago Vista, Brave, Trend, Minnie Winnie, and Itasca Sunstar, Tribute, Viva!, and Spirit vehicles manufactured March 18, 2013, to November 18, 2014. Due to a manufacturing issue, the deadbolt locks installed on the vehicles may become stuck in a locked position.
Safety risk
A stuck deadbolt could potentially trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair deadbolts as needed, free of charge. Winnebago issued an interim notification to owners on August 21, 2015. The recall began on November 4, 2015. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535, or TriMark customer service at 1-641-394-3188.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V510000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Itasca Spirit | 2014, 2015 |
| Itasca Sunstar | 2014, 2015 |
| Itasca Tribute | 2014, 2015 |
| Itasca Viva | 2014, 2015 |
| Winnebago Brave | 2014, 2015 |
| Winnebago Minnie Winnie | 2014, 2015 |
| Winnebago Trend | 2014, 2015 |
| Winnebago Vista | 2014, 2015 |
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.