NHTSA Recall 12V453000

Vehicles:  Itasca Suncruiser, Winnebago Vista, Ford F-53

NHTSA Campaign ID number : 	12V453000
	
Vehicle Make / Model: 	    	Model Year(s):
     ITASCA / SUNCRUISER 	    	2013
     WINNEBAGO / VISTA 	    	2013
Manufacturer: WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC. 	Mfr's Report Date: SEP 13, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V453000 	NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2
Summary:
Winnebago is recalling a model year 2013 Winnebago and 2013 Itasca motor home built on a Ford F-53 chassis. The steering gear bracket may have been secured with nuts that may damage the bolts due to an incompatibility between the installation torque and the nut finish.
Consequence:
The bolts may fracture, leading to separation of the steering gear and thus a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
These vehicles have been repaired prior to being sold, therefore an owner notification notice will not be issued. Consumers may contact Winnebago Industries owner relations at 1-641-585-6939.
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.