Recall 14V179 affects 107 2014-2015 Winnebago Travato, Itasca Viva, and Trend motorhomes for brake-hose damage. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
Winnebago is recalling 107 2014-2015 Travato, Itasca Viva, and Trend motorhomes under recall 14V179 because a damaged brake hose can leak brake fluid. That leakage reduces brake performance, lengthens stopping distance, and increases crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The brake hose on these 2014-2015 Winnebago Travato, Itasca Viva, and Trend motorhomes is a flexible line in the hydraulic brake system. It carries brake fluid under pressure to the wheel brakes when you press the pedal. The hose has to stay sealed so the system can build enough pressure to slow the motorhome.
On the affected motorhomes, the problem started during Ram ProMaster chassis manufacturing. A tool damaged one brake hose before Winnebago built the motorhome body on that chassis. That damage can let brake fluid leak from the hose, reducing the fluid pressure the brakes need to work correctly.
There is no warning sign before failure. If brake fluid is leaking, the first clear sign can be a lower fluid level, a change in pedal feel, or reduced braking response after the hose has already been damaged.
Who's affected?
Covers Travato, Itasca Viva, and Trend models from the 2014 and 2015 model years, all tied to the same hydraulic brake hose.
| 2014 Winnebago Travato | hydraulic brake hose |
|---|---|
| 2014 Winnebago Itasca Viva | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2015 Winnebago Travato | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2014 Winnebago Trend | hydraulic brake hose |
| Units affected | 107 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Brake fluid leakage reduces brake performance and lengthens the distance needed to stop, which increases crash risk. If braking feels reduced or you see brake fluid leakage, stop using the vehicle and arrange service. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2015 Winnebago Travato, Itasca Viva, or Trend is included in this recall.
- Call Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885 to confirm the current repair path before scheduling service.
- Ask a franchised Winnebago service center about the free brake-hose inspection and replacement that fixes the brake-fluid leak and reduced braking performance.
- Reference recall number 14V179 when you call or schedule service.
- Bring any Winnebago or Chrysler recall notice you received to the service appointment.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Winnebago technician inspects the brake hoses for damage and replaces any hose that needs replacement. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. The source remedy says owners were notified after the recall began on March 26, 2014, but the current remedy status is not listed here. Ask the service desk to confirm the campaign status before arranging service.
Timeline
| March 26, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| April 9, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V179?
Recall 14V179 covers 107 2014-2015 Winnebago Travato, Itasca Viva, and Trend motorhomes with brake hoses damaged during chassis manufacturing. Brake fluid leakage reduces brake performance and lengthens stopping distance. Dealers inspect and replace the brake hoses for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2015 Winnebago Travato, Itasca Viva, or Trend is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 14V179. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer and ask for the brake-hose inspection. Reference recall number 14V179 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V179, dealers inspect the brake hoses and replace damaged hoses free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking performance. If brake fluid leaks from a damaged hose, the motorhome needs a longer distance to stop, which increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free inspection and repair with a franchised dealer.
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 Travato, Itasca Viva, or Trend is included, then reference recall 14V179 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V179000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-800-537-1885 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V179 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V179000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →