Winnebago recall 16V238 covers 56 2014 Tour and Ellipse motorhomes for a towed-brake signal defect. Repair is free at franchised Winnebago dealers.
Winnebago is recalling 56 2014 Tour and Ellipse motorhomes under recall 16V238 because a heavier, adjustable foot pedal can keep the brake activation signal to a towed device active after the motorhome brakes are released. That can leave the towed brakes engaged, drag and overheat them, raise fire risk, and confuse following drivers; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The brake activation signal on the 2014 Winnebago Tour and Ellipse motorhomes is the electrical message that tells connected braking equipment when the service brakes are applied. It matters most when the motorhome is pulling a towed device, because that device relies on the signal to know when braking starts and stops.
On these motorhomes, the heavier, adjustable foot pedal can keep that brake activation signal from turning off after the driver releases the service brakes. The motorhome brakes have been released, but the connected device still receives a brake-on command. That leaves the towed equipment out of step with what the driver is doing at the pedal.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not expect a dashboard light, pedal change, or other clear symptom before the signal stays active.
Who's affected?
Covers the Tour and Ellipse motorhome lines, both tied to the same brake system component.
| 2014 Winnebago Tour | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2014 Itasca Ellipse | brake system |
| Units affected | 56 |
A matching 2014 model name does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the brake signal stays active after the motorhome service brakes release, the brakes on a towed device can stay engaged. Dragging brakes can overheat and start a fire. Following drivers can also misread the motorhome's movement, which increases crash risk. Schedule the recall repair promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Winnebago Tour or Itasca Ellipse is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to ask whether the free brake-assembly modification is ready for your vehicle.
- Reference recall number 16V238 and ask the dealer about the towed-device brake signal that can stay active after the motorhome brakes release.
- Bring the recall notice if Winnebago or Daimler Truck North America mailed one.
- Avoid towing until the dealer confirms the brake-signal repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The known remedy calls for the affected brake assemblies to be modified at the dealer. Once the repair is available for your VIN, a Winnebago technician handles the brake assembly work and the recall repair is free. Ask the service desk to confirm that the work applies to your exact 2014 Tour or Ellipse, especially because these vehicles were built on a Freightliner chassis and the brake signal issue involves towed devices. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| April 25, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 6, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V238?
Recall 16V238 covers 56 2014 Winnebago Tour and Ellipse motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis with a brake activation signal defect for towed devices. Dealers will modify the affected brake assemblies free of charge.
What should I do if my 2014 Winnebago Tour or Ellipse is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 16V238. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer or Daimler Truck North America customer service at 1-800-745-8000 and reference recall FL-704. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and this recall's remedy says dealers will modify the affected brake assemblies free of charge. The recall repair has been available since June 6, 2016.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is brake drag on a towed device after the motorhome service brakes are released. That condition can overheat the towed device's brakes and result in a fire. It can also confuse following drivers and increase crash risk.
What if I bought this motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2014 Winnebago Tour or Ellipse is included, then give recall 16V238 and DTNA recall FL-704 to the dealer service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V238000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-800-745-8000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V238 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V238000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (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 →