NHTSA Recall 16V159000: Labels (equipment)
Winnebago Towable reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 50 vehicles. It affects 2016 Winnebago Instinct.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V159000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | March 17, 2016 |
| Owner notification | April 19, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Winnebago Towable (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2016 Instinct trailers manufactured January 12, 2016, to February 29, 2016. The affected trailers may have an inadvertent "I" stamped as the fifth character in the VIN number.
Safety risk
No direct safety risk exists but an accurate VIN is required to verify trailer applicability for any future safety recalls.
Remedy
Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will install a new VIN plate over the incorrect VIN plate, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2016. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-574-825-5250.
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 16V159000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Winnebago Instinct | 2016 |
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.