Recall 23V270 affects 10,492 2021-2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie travel trailers for spare tire carrier failure. Repair will be free once available.
Winnebago is recalling 10,492 2021-2023 Micro Minnie travel trailers because the spare tire carrier can fail when loaded with a certain off-road style tire. The carrier can detach and become a road hazard, which raises crash risk; the Winnebago dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The spare tire carrier on the 2021-2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie is the bumper-mounted bracket that holds the trailer's spare tire at the rear of the trailer. Its tire hoop is supposed to support the spare tire and keep the load braced against the vertical tube, so normal road vibration does not concentrate stress in the carrier or its welds.
On affected trailers, the tire hoop is too long for the heavier off-road style spare tire. The tire sits past the vertical tube instead of resting against it, which lets the assembly vibrate more than designed. Over time, that movement strains the vertical tube and supporting welds. In NHTSA campaign 23V270, Winnebago reports that the carrier can fail and detach when loaded this way.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not count on a noise, looseness, or visible crack before the spare tire carrier lets go.
Who's affected?
All three model years use the same bumper-mounted spare tire carrier in this scope.
| 2021 Winnebago Micro Minnie | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie | body structure |
| 2022 Winnebago Micro Minnie | body structure |
| Units affected | 10,492 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the spare tire carrier fails, the spare tire can detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. That increases the risk of a crash for traffic behind or near the vehicle. Schedule the carrier replacement when Winnebago makes it available. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie is included in this recall.
- Wait for Winnebago's repair instructions before scheduling the spare tire carrier replacement.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer once the repair opens; the spare tire carrier replacement fixes the carrier that can detach and become a road hazard.
- Bring the owner letter if you received one, and reference recall number 23V270 when you call.
- Inspect the spare tire carrier before each trip and stop towing if it is loose, cracked, or sagging.
What happens at the repair
Because the final remedy is still listed as under development, do not assume the spare tire carrier replacement is ready to schedule yet. Once Winnebago opens the repair, a Winnebago technician will replace the spare tire carrier at no charge. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Winnebago's standard reimbursement plan covers eligible documented repairs paid before the recall notice. If you already paid for this repair, keep the paperwork and ask Winnebago customer service how to submit the reimbursement request.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 14, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 20, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| April 21, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 2, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 9, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V270?
Recall 23V270 covers 10,492 2021-2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie travel trailers. The spare tire carrier can fail when loaded with a certain off-road style tire, detach from the trailer, and become a road hazard. Winnebago dealers will replace the carrier for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 23V270. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer and ask for the spare tire carrier replacement. Reference recall CAM0000029 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair to be performed at no cost, and Winnebago's remedy says dealers will replace the spare tire carrier free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Winnebago dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a loose or detached spare tire carrier becoming a road hazard. If the carrier separates from the trailer, traffic behind you faces a higher crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free carrier replacement with a Winnebago dealer.
What if I bought my Winnebago Micro Minnie used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received Winnebago's June 2, 2023 owner letter, check your VIN and reference recall 23V270 or CAM0000029 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V270000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-574-825-5280 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V270 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V270000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (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 →