Recall 13V162 covers 523 2013-2014 Itasca motorhomes with damaged awning motors that can unfurl unexpectedly. The repair is free.
Itasca is recalling 523 2013-2014 motorhomes, including Sunstar, Access, and Forza models, because an installation error can damage the awning motor. A damaged motor can let the awning unfurl while parked or in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
On the 2013-2014 Itasca motorhomes in this recall, the powered awning uses an electric motor to roll the awning in and hold it closed while the vehicle is parked or moving. The motor is part of the awning assembly, which is exterior equipment mounted along the side of the motorhome. When it works correctly, the awning stays secured until the owner extends it.
The problem starts during installation. If the required installation sequence was not completed, the awning motor can be damaged without the owner knowing it. Once the motor is damaged, it can lose the ability to keep the awning secured. That lets the awning unfurl when it should remain closed.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner can find the awning loose or partly unfurled only after the motor has been damaged, so unexpected awning movement should be treated as a repair issue.
Who's affected?
Spans multiple motorhome lines across the 2013-2014 model years, all tied to the same equipment category.
| 2014 Itasca Sunstar | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2014 Winnebago Access | Equipment |
| 2014 Winnebago Forza | Equipment |
| 2014 Itasca Sunova | Equipment |
| 2014 Winnebago Sightseer | Equipment |
| 2014 Itasca Impulse | Equipment |
| 2013 Itasca Sunova | Equipment |
| 2013 Itasca Sunstar | Equipment |
| 2013 Itasca Cambria | Equipment |
| 2013 Winnebago Access | Equipment |
| 2013 Itasca Impulse | Equipment |
| 2013 Winnebago Sightseer | Equipment |
| 2014 Itasca Cambria | Equipment |
| 2014 Winnebago Vista | Equipment |
| 2013 Itasca Suncruiser | Equipment |
| 2014 Itasca Suncruiser | Equipment |
| 2013 Winnebago Vista | Equipment |
| 2014 Winnebago Aspect | Equipment |
| 2013 Winnebago Adventurer | Equipment |
| 2014 Winnebago Adventurer | Equipment |
| Units affected | 523 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the awning motor is damaged, the awning can unfurl unexpectedly while parked or in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash. Because the remedy instructions tell owners to keep the vehicle off the road until repairs are performed, arrange service before another trip. Repair will be free at any franchised Itasca dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Itasca motorhome is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the motorhome until the awning-motor repair is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the motorhome has to be moved for repair; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised Itasca dealer to arrange the free awning-motor replacement that prevents the awning from unfurling unexpectedly.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 13V162 when you call.
What happens at the repair
Do not drive the motorhome until the awning motor repair is performed. At the dealer, an Itasca technician coordinates replacement of the affected awning motors with Dometic staff. The replacement motor uses a design that is not subject to the same out-of-sequence installation error. The final dealer repair will be free once available. Ask the service desk how they will secure the awning before moving the vehicle for repair.
Timeline
| April 26, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 17, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V162?
Recall 13V162 covers 523 2013-2014 Itasca motorhomes with awning motors damaged during installation. The damaged motor can let the awning unfurl while parked or in transit, increasing the risk of injury or a crash. The affected motor is replaced free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Itasca motorhome is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 13V162. If it is, contact an Itasca dealer and reference recall 13V162. Ask whether the vehicle needs towing before it moves, since owner instructions said repairs should be completed before driving.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 13V162, the affected awning motor is replaced free with a design that is not subject to the same installation sequence error.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an awning that unfurls unexpectedly while the motorhome is parked or moving. NHTSA campaign 13V162 links that condition to increased risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash. Confirm your VIN and arrange the free motor replacement before using the vehicle.
What if I bought this Itasca motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received the original owner notice, check your VIN, then call an Itasca dealer with recall 13V162 and ask for the awning motor replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V162000 |
|---|---|
| Itasca customer service | 1-800-537-1885 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V162 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V162000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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