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NHTSA Recall 19V512000: Door (structure)

Winnebago Industries, Inc reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 766 vehicles. It affects 2017–2019 Winnebago Forza.

766
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (September 29)
NHTSA campaign19V512000
Manufacturer campaign158
ComponentSTRUCTURE › BODY › DOOR
Report receivedJuly 3, 2019
Owner notificationSeptember 29, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Forza motorhomes. The exterior storage compartment door may unexpectedly open while the vehicle is in motion.

Safety risk

If the storage compartment door opens while the vehicle is in motion, other drivers may swerve to avoid hitting the compartment door, or objects falling from within, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Winnebago will notify owners and dealers will install a new latch and the catch will be inspected and properly aligned and readjusted if necessary. Winnebago issued owners an interim notification on August 14, 2019. The recall began September 29, 2020. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.

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 19V512000

Make and modelModel years
Winnebago Forza2017, 2018, 2019

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.