Recall 10V020 covers 247 2008-2009 Winnebago Vectra and Horizon motor homes for loose adjustable brake pedals. Freightliner repairs are free.
Winnebago is recalling 247 2008-2009 Vectra and Horizon motor homes because the adjustable brake pedal arm can loosen, rotate around its shaft, and swing in front of the accelerator pedal, reducing braking function. A loose brake pedal increases crash risk, and the Winnebago dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The adjustable brake pedal in the 2008-2009 Winnebago Vectra and Horizon motor homes lets the driver set the brake pedal position for reach and comfort. The pedal arm is still part of the braking linkage, so it has to stay fixed on its shaft when the driver presses the pedal.
On affected motor homes, the adjustable brake pedal arm can loosen. Once it is loose, the arm can rotate around its shaft instead of staying in its intended position. The loose arm can swing in front of the accelerator pedal, which reduces braking function and makes the pedal assembly harder to control.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the pedal feels loose, moves out of position, or interferes with the accelerator pedal, treat that as a brake control problem and stop driving until it is inspected.
Who's affected?
Covers Vectra and Horizon motorhomes across the 2008 and 2009 model years, with the hydraulic brake system component listed for both model lines.
| 2008 Winnebago Vectra | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2009 Winnebago Vectra | hydraulic brake system |
| 2009 Itasca Horizon | hydraulic brake system |
| 2008 Itasca Horizon | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 247 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose brake pedal increases the risk of a crash because the pedal is the driver's direct control for braking. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and drive cautiously until the pedal has been checked. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2009 Winnebago Vectra or Horizon is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer and ask where Freightliner is handling the free brake-pedal repair.
- Schedule the free Freightliner brake-pedal repair that re-secures the adjustable pedal arm so it cannot swing in front of the accelerator pedal.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 10V020 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking when possible.
What happens at the repair
The repair is handled through Freightliner at no charge. The recall notice says Winnebago worked with Freightliner to notify owners, and Freightliner conducts the repair for the adjustable brake pedal issue. The work focuses on correcting the pedal assembly so the brake pedal arm cannot loosen, rotate around its shaft, or move in front of the accelerator pedal. The dealer repair will be free once available for your VIN. The notice also lists Daimler Trucks Warranty Campaigns as the contact for repair handling.
Timeline
| January 12, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| January 25, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V020?
Recall 10V020 covers 247 2008-2009 Winnebago Vectra and Horizon motor homes with adjustable brake pedals that can loosen, rotate, and swing in front of the accelerator pedal, reducing braking function. A loose brake pedal increases crash risk. Freightliner performs the repair free of charge.
What should I do if my 2008-2009 Winnebago Vectra or Horizon is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor home is included in recall 10V020. If it is, contact Winnebago or the Daimler Trucks warranty campaigns department at 1-800-647-0712 to arrange the free Freightliner repair. Reference recall number 10V020 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says Freightliner conducts the repair free of charge. Keep the recall number and your VIN ready when you contact the service desk.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking function. The adjustable brake pedal arm can loosen, rotate around its shaft, and swing in front of the accelerator pedal. That creates a loose brake pedal condition, which increases the risk of a crash.
What if I bought this motor home used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Vectra or Horizon is included, then reference recall number 10V020 when you contact Winnebago or the warranty campaigns department.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V020000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-800-647-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V020 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V020000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 4, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →