Recall 11V156 covers 25 2011 Winnebago Tour and Ellipse motor homes for an LP hose leak. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
Winnebago is recalling 25 2011 Tour and Ellipse motor homes because the LP hose connection can be damaged when the slideout room operates, causing a leak when the LP tank is opened. Leaking LP gas can ignite and result in personal injury or death, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The liquefied petroleum (LP) hose connection on the 2011 Winnebago Tour and Ellipse motor homes routes propane from the tank into the coach system. It needs to stay attached and protected while the slideout room moves in and out. When the LP tank is open, that hose connection is part of the pressurized path that feeds propane appliances.
On affected motor homes, the hose connection sits where the slideout room mechanism can damage it during operation. If the hose makes contact with the slideout ram, the connection can be knocked loose or disconnected. Once that happens, opening the LP tank releases propane from the damaged or disconnected connection instead of keeping it contained in the system.
There is no warning sign before failure. The owner is most likely to learn about the problem after operating the slideout and then opening the LP tank, when a propane smell or visible hose damage points to a leak.
Who's affected?
Covers the Tour and Ellipse motorhome lines from the 2011 model year, with the same LPG tank assembly component.
| 2011 Winnebago Tour | Tank assembly |
|---|---|
| 2011 Itasca Ellipse | Tank assembly |
| Units affected | 25 |
A matching 2011 Tour or Ellipse does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A leaking LP hose can ignite and result in personal injury or death. If your 2011 Tour or Ellipse is included, avoid using the slide room until the hose is inspected and the clamp work is completed. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Winnebago Tour or Ellipse motor home is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer and ask about the free LP hose inspection and clamp relocation that keeps the hose clear of the slideout ram.
- Bring the recall notice if Winnebago mailed one. If not, reference recall number 11V156 when you call.
- Keep the LP tank closed until the hose clearance is inspected and repaired.
- Call Winnebago at 641-585-6939 with questions about the recall repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Winnebago technician inspects the LP hose near the slideroom, relocates the pipe clamp, and adds a second clamp so the hose keeps clearance while the slideroom operates. The campaign remedy says this work is performed free of charge. Because the current remedy status is not listed, call the dealer before visiting to confirm the repair is open for your VIN. Once available, the dealer repair will be free under the recall.
Timeline
| March 8, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 25, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V156?
Recall 11V156 covers 25 2011 Winnebago Tour and Ellipse motor homes with an LP hose connection that can be damaged when the slideout room operates. If the hose contacts the slideout ram, it can disconnect and leak when the LP tank is opened. Leaking LP can ignite, causing personal injury or death.
What should I do if my 2011 Winnebago Tour or Ellipse is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor home is included in recall 11V156. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to schedule the repair. The dealer will inspect the hose, relocate a pipe clamp, and add a second clamp so clearance is maintained during slideout operation.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Winnebago stated this service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on March 25, 2011, so a franchised Winnebago dealer can handle the covered inspection and clamp repair.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an LP leak that can ignite. The problem starts when the slideout room operation damages or disconnects the LP hose connection. If the LP tank is opened after that damage, leaking LP creates a fire risk with potential personal injury or death.
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 2011 Winnebago Tour or Ellipse is included, then reference recall 11V156 when you call a franchised Winnebago dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V156000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 641-585-6939 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V156 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V156000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →