Recall 22V268 affects 148 2021 Renegade Villagio and Vienna motorhomes for overheating electrical relays. Repair is free at any franchised Renegade dealer.
Renegade is recalling 148 2021 Villagio and Vienna motorhomes equipped with Dayton/Snyder electrical relays because a stranded wire in the connector can overheat the relay. An overheated relay raises the risk of a fire, and Renegade dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge for affected owners.
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What's wrong?
The Dayton/Snyder electric relay in the 2021 Renegade Villagio and Vienna motorhomes sits in the 110 VAC load center. A relay is an electrical switch: a low-voltage signal tells it when to open or close a higher-power circuit. In normal use, it helps route power without making the driver or cabin controls carry that full electrical load.
On affected motorhomes, the problem is at the relay connector. A stranded wire was used in a compression-style connector, and that connection creates heat inside the relay. As the relay overheats, heat damage can build in the load center. Renegade's repair removes the relay, matching the current production setup.
Before failure, owners can notice an electrical smell or smoke near the load center area. Treat either sign as a warning that the relay area is overheating and contact a Renegade dealer for the free recall repair.
Who's affected?
Covers the Villagio and Vienna motorhome lines, with the same Dayton/Snyder electric relay listed for the wiring issue.
| 2021 Renegade Villagio | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2021 Renegade Vienna | wiring |
| Units affected | 148 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 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?
An overheated electrical relay increases the risk of a fire. If you smell smoke or see smoke near the coach electrical controls, stop using the affected equipment and call a Renegade dealer for repair instructions. Do not use the range, microwave, or air conditioning unit unless the coach is powered by shore power or a generator. Repair is free at any franchised Renegade dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Renegade Villagio or Vienna is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Renegade dealer to schedule the free relay repair that removes the overheating Dayton/Snyder relay and reconnects the wiring.
- Avoid using the range, microwave, or air conditioning unless the coach is powered by shore power or a generator until the repair is complete.
- Bring the recall notice if Renegade mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V268 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Renegade technician removes the electrical relay, reconnects wiring where needed, and adds a warning label by the Firefly touch screen telling owners not to use the range, microwave, or air conditioning unless the coach is powered by shore power or generator. The recall repair is free. Renegade has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this related repair. Bring repair invoices and proof of payment to the service desk or contact Kibbi customer service about the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 20, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 29, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 29, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| April 29, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 4, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V268?
Recall 22V268 covers 148 2021 Renegade Villagio and Vienna motorhomes equipped with Dayton/Snyder electrical relays. A stranded wire in the connector can overheat the relay and increase fire risk. Dealers will remove the relay, reconnect wiring as needed, and add the required warning label for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Renegade Villagio or Vienna is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 22V268. If it is, contact a Renegade dealer to schedule the electrical relay repair and warning-label installation. Reference recall 22V268 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and Kibbi says all repairs for this recall will be performed free of charge. The repair includes removing the electrical relay, reconnecting wiring as needed, and adding the warning label.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The recalled Dayton/Snyder relay can overheat because of a stranded wire used in the connector. Until the repair is complete, follow the warning-label guidance: do not use the range, microwave, or air conditioning unit unless the coach is powered by shore power or generator.
What if I bought my Renegade motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original owner. If you never received a letter from Kibbi, check your VIN to see whether your 2021 Renegade Villagio or Vienna is included, then contact a Renegade dealer for the free repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V268000 |
|---|---|
| Renegade customer service | 1-574-966-0196 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V268 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V268000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →