Winnebago is recalling 257 2015-2016 Adventurer, Journey, Suncruiser, and Meridian motorhomes because the water heater can overheat tap water. Repair will be free once available.
Winnebago is recalling 257 2015-2016 Adventurer, Journey, Suncruiser, and Meridian motorhomes because Atwood on demand water heaters can overheat water at the hot water tap. Steam or overheated water can scald the operator and increase injury risk, and the Winnebago dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The on-demand water heater in the 2015-2016 Winnebago Adventurer, Journey, Suncruiser, and Meridian heats water for the hot water taps inside the motorhome. Its water and gas valve controls water flow and burner fuel so the heater raises the water temperature without overheating it. The affected units are Atwood OD45, OD50, and OD50CW water heaters.
In this recall, that water and gas valve is the problem part. The valve can let the heater overheat water before it reaches the hot water supply tap. That means water coming from the tap can be hotter than expected, creating a scalding risk for anyone using the sink or shower.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a dashboard light, sound, smell, or visible leak to tell you the water heater is affected.
Who's affected?
Spans Adventurer, Journey, Suncruiser, and Meridian models across the 2015-2016 model years, all tied to the water heater.
| 2015 Winnebago Adventurer | Water heater |
|---|---|
| 2015 Winnebago Journey | Water heater |
| 2016 Winnebago Adventurer | Water heater |
| 2016 Winnebago Journey | Water heater |
| 2015 Itasca Suncruiser | Water heater |
| 2015 Itasca Meridian | Water heater |
| Units affected | 257 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
Overheated water can release steam and scald the operator, increasing the risk of injury. Until the remedy is available, use caution around the hot water system and treat unexpected steam as a reason to stop using it and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Winnebago Adventurer, Journey, Suncruiser, or Meridian motorhome is included in this recall.
- Review the owner notice Winnebago began sending on January 26, 2016, and contact Winnebago customer service for current repair instructions.
- Reference recall number 15V758 when you call Winnebago or a franchised Winnebago dealer.
- Avoid using the hot water tap until the water-heater valve issue is resolved, since overheated water and steam can scald the operator.
- Ask Winnebago whether the Atwood OD45, OD50, or OD50CW water-heater repair is ready for your motorhome.
What happens at the repair
Winnebago's recall text says the final remedy is still under development, so it does not name the specific inspection, adjustment, or replacement a Winnebago technician will perform. The dealer repair will be free once available. The issue involves Atwood on demand water heaters with a water and gas valve that can overheat water at the hot water tap. If you already paid for a related repair before the recall notice, Winnebago has a general reimbursement plan on file. Keep documentation for the prior repair and ask Winnebago customer service how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| November 16, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| January 26, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V758?
Recall 15V758 covers 257 2015-2016 Winnebago motorhomes with Atwood on demand water heaters that can overheat water at the hot-water tap. The affected models are Adventurer, Journey, Suncruiser, and Meridian. Hot water or steam can scald the operator and increase injury risk.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Winnebago Adventurer, Journey, Suncruiser, or Meridian is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 15V758. If it is, call a franchised Winnebago dealer or Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535 and reference recall number 15V758. Ask whether the water-heater remedy is ready for your vehicle.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the safety defect at no cost to the owner. Winnebago's filing said the remedy was still under development when the recall began, so confirm the current repair procedure with a franchised Winnebago dealer.
What is the safety risk from this water heater recall?
The risk is scalding from overheated water or steam at the hot-water tap. The recall involves Atwood OD45, OD50, and OD50CW on demand water heaters with a water and gas valve problem. Treat unusually hot water or steam at the tap as a reason to stop using the water heater.
What if I bought this Winnebago motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN even if no owner letter reached you, then give the dealer recall number 15V758 when you schedule service or ask about the current repair procedure.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V758000 |
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| Winnebago customer service | 1-641-585-3535 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V758 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V758000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →