Recall 13V161 affects 1,918 2012-2014 Winnebago and Itasca motorhomes missing a range enclosure. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
Winnebago is recalling 1,918 2012-2014 motorhomes, including the Minnie Winnie, Cambria, and Meridian, because the range enclosure is missing on affected vehicles. That missing enclosure can let airflow extinguish the gas range flame while propane keeps flowing, creating a fire or personal injury risk if an ignition source is present; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The range enclosure in a 2012-2014 Winnebago motorhome is the housing around the cooking range. It helps keep the appliance contained in the space designed for cooking and separates the range from nearby finished surfaces inside the coach.
On affected Minnie Winnie, Cambria, Meridian, Suncruiser, Adventurer, Aspect, Chalet, Journey, Sightseer, Sunova, and Spirit motorhomes, that enclosure was left out during production. Without it, the range area does not match the intended build. The issue is not a worn part or a maintenance item. It is missing equipment from the original assembly.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner inspecting the kitchen area can look for the enclosure around the range, but the VIN decides whether this recall applies.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2012-2014 model years across Winnebago and Itasca RV lines, all tied to equipment.
| 2014 Winnebago Minnie Winnie | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2012 Itasca Cambria | Equipment |
| 2014 Itasca Meridian | Equipment |
| 2013 Itasca Meridian | Equipment |
| 2012 Itasca Meridian | Equipment |
| 2014 Itasca Suncruiser | Equipment |
| 2013 Itasca Suncruiser | Equipment |
| 2014 Winnebago Adventurer | Equipment |
| 2013 Winnebago Adventurer | Equipment |
| 2012 Winnebago Adventurer | Equipment |
| 2014 Winnebago Aspect | Equipment |
| 2012 Winnebago Aspect | Equipment |
| 2014 Winnebago Chalet | Equipment |
| 2014 Winnebago Journey | Equipment |
| 2012 Winnebago Sightseer | Equipment |
| 2013 Itasca Sunova | Equipment |
| 2014 Itasca Sunova | Equipment |
| 2013 Winnebago Journey | Equipment |
| 2012 Winnebago Journey | Equipment |
| 2013 Winnebago Minnie Winnie | Equipment |
| 2012 Winnebago Minnie Winnie | Equipment |
| 2014 Winnebago Sightseer | Equipment |
| 2013 Winnebago Sightseer | Equipment |
| 2012 Itasca Suncruiser | Equipment |
| 2013 Itasca Cambria | Equipment |
| 2014 Itasca Cambria | Equipment |
| 2012 Itasca Spirit | Equipment |
| 2013 Itasca Spirit | Equipment |
| 2014 Itasca Spirit | Equipment |
| 2013 Winnebago Aspect | Equipment |
| 2012 Itasca Sunova | Equipment |
| Units affected | 1,918 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
NHTSA campaign 13V161 describes a missing range enclosure that leaves the gas range flame vulnerable to airflow. If the flame goes out while propane keeps flowing, an ignition source can ignite the gas and cause a fire or personal injury. Use caution around the range and schedule recall service. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2014 Winnebago Minnie Winnie, Cambria, Meridian, Suncruiser, Adventurer, Aspect, Chalet, Journey, Sightseer, Sunova, or Spirit is included in this recall.
- Review the Winnebago owner notice mailed May 20, 2013, or ask Winnebago customer service for a copy if you never received one.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to ask about the free range-enclosure installation that helps keep airflow from extinguishing the gas range flame.
- Reference recall number 13V161 and Winnebago recall 128 when you call the dealer.
- Avoid using the propane range until the dealer confirms the range enclosure is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Winnebago technician installs the missing range enclosure for the motorhome's cooking range. That enclosure is the recall part named in the remedy, and the work corrects vehicles built without it. The final dealer repair will be free once Winnebago has it open for your VIN. Ask the service desk to confirm the recall repair before your appointment. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| April 24, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 20, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V161?
Recall 13V161 covers 1,918 2012-2014 Winnebago motorhomes with a missing range enclosure near the gas range. Air flow can extinguish the flame while propane continues to flow, creating a fire or personal-injury risk if an ignition source is present.
What should I do if my 2012-2014 Winnebago motorhome is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 13V161. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer and ask for recall campaign 128. The dealer installs the missing range enclosure free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost. For recall 13V161, Winnebago dealers install the range enclosure free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is propane flow without a flame. If air flow extinguishes the gas range flame and propane keeps flowing, an ignition source can cause sudden combustion, fire, or personal injury. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer repair.
What if I bought this motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Winnebago dealer with recall 13V161 or Winnebago campaign 128 so the service desk can confirm coverage.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V161000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-641-585-3535 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V161 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V161000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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