Recall 16V455 affects 705 2014-2016 Winnebago Tour and Elipse motorhomes for a throttle-pedal sensor defect. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
Winnebago is recalling 705 2014-2016 Tour and Elipse motorhomes because the throttle pedal position sensor can fail to return to zero, stopping the engine brake from activating as expected. That loss comes without warning and reduces deceleration ability, so the Winnebago dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The throttle pedal position sensor on 2014-2016 Winnebago Tour and Elipse motorhomes tells the engine control system how far the accelerator pedal is pressed. When the driver lifts off the pedal, the sensor should return to zero. That zero signal helps the engine brake know the driver is no longer asking for power and expects the motorhome to slow down.
On included motorhomes, the throttle pedal return does not always send that zero position back to the system. When that happens, the engine brake does not activate as expected after the driver releases the accelerator. The service brakes still slow the motorhome, but the driver loses the extra deceleration normally provided by the engine brake.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign for a driver is that the motorhome does not slow as expected when the engine brake is selected and the accelerator pedal is released.
Who's affected?
Covers Tour and Elipse motorhomes across the 2014, 2015, and 2016 model years, all tied to the accelerator pedal.
| 2015 Winnebago Tour | Accelerator pedal |
|---|---|
| 2014 Itasca Elipse | Accelerator pedal |
| 2014 Winnebago Tour | Accelerator pedal |
| 2016 Itasca Elipse | Accelerator pedal |
| 2016 Winnebago Tour | Accelerator pedal |
| 2015 Itasca Elipse | Accelerator pedal |
| Units affected | 705 |
| 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 this recall applies to your specific motorhome.
What's the safety risk?
A sudden loss of the engine brake can reduce braking ability in these motorhomes and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the engine brake stops working, so schedule the repair soon and drive cautiously. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2016 Winnebago Tour or Itasca Elipse motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to ask about the free throttle-pedal replacement that restores expected engine-brake response.
- Reference recall number 16V455 when you call, and ask whether the dealer needs the owner notice.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, plus any service records related to the accelerator pedal or engine brake.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid relying on the engine brake alone for slowing the motorhome.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Winnebago technician replaces the throttle pedal covered by recall 16V455. The work addresses a throttle pedal position sensor that does not return to zero, which can keep the engine brake from activating as expected. The dealer repair will be free once available. If you are scheduling service for a 2014 to 2016 Tour or Elipse, ask the service desk to confirm that the throttle pedal replacement is tied to this recall before the appointment.
Timeline
| June 22, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 15, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V455?
Recall 16V455 covers 705 2014-2016 Winnebago Tour and Elipse motorhomes with a throttle pedal position sensor that can fail to return to zero. That failure can stop the engine brake from activating as expected, reducing deceleration. Dealers will replace the throttle pedal for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2016 Winnebago Tour or Elipse is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 16V455. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to schedule the throttle pedal replacement. Reference recall number 16V455 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost. For recall 16V455, dealers will replace the throttle pedal free of charge, including covered parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking assistance from the engine brake. If the throttle pedal position sensor does not return to zero, the engine brake can stop activating as expected, reducing the motorhome's deceleration ability and increasing crash risk.
Are there warning signs before the engine brake problem?
The filing describes a sudden loss of engine brake without warning. If your VIN is included, schedule the free throttle pedal replacement. If the motorhome does not slow normally or the engine brake fails to engage, stop using it and call a franchised Winnebago dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V455000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V455 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V455000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - 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 →