Recall 15V490 affects 1,732 2012-2016 Winnebago Era vehicles for incorrect tire pressure labels. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
Winnebago is recalling 1,732 2012-2016 Era recreational vehicles because the certification label lists the wrong front tire inflation pressure. Incorrect pressure guidance can lead owners to underinflate or overinflate the tires, raising the risk of tire failure and a crash; the dealer repair will be free once Winnebago makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The certification label on a 2012-2016 Winnebago Era tells the owner and service shop the correct tire pressures for the motorhome. It is supposed to match the tires and chassis as built, so the front tires are inflated to the pressure Winnebago approved for that vehicle.
On affected Era motorhomes, the label gives the wrong front tire inflation pressure. It states 61 psi when the correct front tire pressure is 55 psi. That matters because an owner or tire shop following the label can set the front tires above the intended pressure for this vehicle.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the printed information on the label, so an owner is not likely to feel a change while driving unless the tires have already been inflated using the incorrect label value.
Who's affected?
Spans five Era model years, all tied to the vehicle label.
| 2015 Winnebago Era | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2014 Winnebago Era | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2013 Winnebago Era | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2012 Winnebago Era | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2016 Winnebago Era | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 1,732 |
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?
Using the wrong tire pressure from an incorrect certification label can leave the tires underinflated or overinflated. That raises the risk of tire failure and a crash. Check the label information before adjusting tire pressure and contact a dealer for corrected specifications. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2016 Winnebago Era is included in this recall.
- Contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535 to ask about the free certification-label correction for your VIN.
- Ask a franchised Winnebago dealer for the new certification label that corrects the front tire inflation pressure specification.
- Bring the owner notice mailed on September 18, 2015, if you have it. If not, reference recall number 15V490 when you call.
- Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure listed on the replacement label once it is installed.
What happens at the repair
Winnebago's listed remedy is a replacement certification label, not a mechanical parts repair. Once the remedy is available, a Winnebago technician will provide new labels with the correct front tire inflation pressure specifications under the recall. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered. After the label is corrected, use the updated pressure information when checking or setting the front tires.
Timeline
| August 5, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 18, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V490?
Recall 15V490 covers 1,732 2012-2016 Winnebago Era recreational vehicles with certification labels that show the wrong front tire inflation pressure. Incorrect pressure can lead to tire failure and crash risk. Winnebago dealers provide corrected labels for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2016 Winnebago Era is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Era is included in recall 15V490. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to get the corrected certification label. Reference recall number 15V490 when you call. The label replacement is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and compliance recalls at no cost, and Winnebago's remedy says dealers provide the corrected certification labels free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is incorrect tire inflation. The wrong front tire pressure on the certification label can lead an owner or operator to underinflate or overinflate the tires, which increases the risk of tire failure and a crash.
What if I bought my Winnebago Era used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Era is included, then ask a franchised Winnebago dealer for the corrected certification label under recall 15V490.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V490000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-641-585-3535 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V490 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V490000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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