Winnebago recall 13V400 covers 164 2013-2014 Aspect and Cambria motorhomes for an improperly positioned child-seat tether. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
Winnebago is recalling 164 2013-2014 Aspect and Cambria motorhomes because the child seat tether is mounted in the wrong position. In a crash, that placement will not let the child seat protect the occupant properly, which increases injury risk, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The child seat tether in these 2013-2014 Winnebago Aspect and Cambria motorhomes is the anchor point for the top strap on a child restraint. That strap helps hold a forward-facing child seat upright and limits how far the seat moves during a crash.
On affected motorhomes, the tether is mounted in the wrong position. A tether anchor has to sit where the child seat strap loads it in the intended direction; when the anchor is misplaced, the restraint system does not work as designed. In a crash, that can let the child seat move more than intended.
There is no warning sign before failure. The tether can look present and usable, but the problem is its mounting position, not a noise, warning light, or visible broken strap.
Who's affected?
Aspect and Cambria are both motorhome lines, so owners should check the coach VIN instead of relying on badge or model year alone.
| 2014 Winnebago Aspect | Strap/webbing |
|---|---|
| 2013 Itasca Cambria | Strap/webbing |
| 2014 Itasca Cambria | Strap/webbing |
| 2013 Winnebago Aspect | Strap/webbing |
| Units affected | 164 |
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 child seat tether in the wrong position prevents the child seat from being used properly. In a crash, the seat will not protect the occupant as intended, increasing injury risk. Avoid using that tether position for a child seat until the recall work is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Winnebago Aspect or Cambria motorhome is included in this recall.
- Watch for the Winnebago owner letter mailed on September 27, 2013, then contact a franchised Winnebago dealer about the free child-tether removal.
- Reference recall number 13V400 when you call the dealer.
- Avoid using the affected child-seat tether until the dealer removes the improperly positioned tether.
What happens at the repair
Winnebago's listed remedy is removal of the improperly positioned child tether. Once the dealer repair is available for your VIN, a Winnebago technician removes that tether, and parts and labor are covered by the recall. If your dealer says the remedy is not open for your VIN, ask when Winnebago will authorize the free removal and whether any interim seating guidance applies until the work is complete.
Timeline
| September 4, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 27, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V400?
Recall 13V400 covers 164 2013-2014 Winnebago Aspect and Cambria motorhomes with a child seat tether mounted in the wrong position. In a crash, that placement keeps the child seat from properly protecting the occupant. Winnebago dealers remove the tether for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Winnebago Aspect or Cambria is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 13V400. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to schedule the free child tether removal. Reference recall number 13V400 and Winnebago campaign 130 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Winnebago's remedy states that dealers remove the child tether free of charge. The recall repair applies through a franchised Winnebago dealer.
What is the safety risk with recall 13V400?
The risk is tied to child-seat protection in a crash. Because the tether is mounted in the wrong position, the child seat does not work as intended and injury risk increases for the occupant. The free dealer repair removes the improperly positioned tether.
What if I bought my Winnebago motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2013-2014 Aspect or Cambria is included, then call a franchised Winnebago dealer with recall number 13V400.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V400000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-800-537-1885 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V400 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V400000 |
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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