1996 Winnebago WV221RD
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1996 Winnebago WV221RD. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1996 Winnebago WV221RD. Newest first.
The seat belt "d" ring support bracket for the two companion seats (seats behind the driver/front passenger seats) was incorrectly installed.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In its present location, the support bracket IS not attached to a structural member and can separate from its mounting during an accident increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, remove and replace the seat belt "d" ring support bracket in the correct location.
The bolts holding the rear wheel brake backing plate to the axle were not torqued to correct specifications and can loosen.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The backing plate can separate from the axle resulting in a loss of braking action increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will retorque the bolts to the correct specifications.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10251128Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin outlines the characteristics of new roof sealant being used.
- 10226724Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin advises of a manufacturing change to the shower surround sealant process for all units.
- 10213593Service Bulletin sent to all dealers. This bulletin advises dealers they no longer need to email Winnebago the signed Vehicle Registration Form, but they should retain a copy for their records.
- 10199382Service Bulletin to dealers reminding them to understand their state's Lemon Law and to comply with Winnebago Motorhome mandates outlined in the Policy & Procedure Manual.
- 10199381Service Bulletin to dealers advising them of part sales training opportunities.
- 10199380General Parts and Service Letter to dealers detailing the warranty part return procedure.