Recall 23V365 covers 1,328 2020-2023 Winnebago and Itasca motorhomes for loose seat belt attachments. Free repair at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
Winnebago is recalling 1,328 2020-2023 Inspire, Adventurer, Vista, Shell, Sunstar, Forza, and Journey motorhomes because seat belt attachments require inspection for improper tightening. In a crash, a loose attachment can fail to properly restrain an occupant and increase injury risk; Winnebago dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The seatbelt receiver anchorage in the 2020-2023 Winnebago Inspire, Adventurer, Vista, Shell, Sunstar, Forza, and Journey motorhomes is the fixed mounting point for the seat belt buckle. It is supposed to be tightened to the correct torque so the belt can hold an occupant against the seat structure during a crash.
On the affected motorhomes, some seat belt attachment bolts were installed with the wrong tool and were under tightened. That means the anchorage was not clamped as firmly as required by FMVSS 210. A loose anchorage can keep the belt from restraining the occupant as designed, which is the safety concern in NHTSA campaign 23V365.
There is no warning sign before failure. The belt can latch and feel normal even when the attachment bolt is not tightened correctly, so a free Winnebago dealer inspection and proper torque are the repair path.
Who's affected?
Covers Inspire, Adventurer, Vista, Shell, Sunstar, Forza, and Journey motorhomes across the 2020-2023 model years, all tied to the same seat belt receiver anchorage.
| 2022 Winnebago Inspire | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2022 Winnebago Adventurer | seat belt |
| 2023 Winnebago Vista | seat belt |
| 2022 Winnebago Shell | seat belt |
| 2023 Winnebago Inspire | seat belt |
| 2022 Itasca Sunstar | seat belt |
| 2023 Winnebago Forza | seat belt |
| 2020 Winnebago Shell | seat belt |
| 2022 Winnebago Vista | seat belt |
| 2023 Itasca Sunstar | seat belt |
| 2021 Winnebago Inspire | seat belt |
| 2023 Winnebago Adventurer | seat belt |
| 2022 Winnebago Forza | seat belt |
| 2021 Winnebago Shell | seat belt |
| 2023 Winnebago Journey | seat belt |
| 2023 Winnebago Shell | seat belt |
| 2022 Winnebago Journey | seat belt |
| Units affected | 1,328 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year, make, and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose seat belt attachment can fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before this issue matters in a crash, so schedule the inspection and tightening soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2023 Winnebago or Itasca Inspire, Adventurer, Vista, Shell, Sunstar, Forza, or Journey motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to schedule the free seat belt attachment fastener inspection and tightening that secures the belt anchorages.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it, and reference recall number 23V365 when you call.
- Limit use of the affected seating positions until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Winnebago technician inspects the seat belt attachment fasteners and tightens any that are loose or improperly secured. The recall covers the inspection, needed tightening, parts, and labor at no charge. If you have already paid for seat belt attachment work tied to this recall, Winnebago's standard reimbursement plan handles documented expenses. Keep the invoice and ask Winnebago or the service desk how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 24, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 16, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| June 16, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 16, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 24, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V365?
Recall 23V365 covers 1,328 2020-2023 Winnebago motorhomes with seat belt attachment fasteners that were improperly tightened. A loose attachment can fail to properly restrain an occupant in a crash. Winnebago dealers will inspect and tighten the seat belt fasteners for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2023 Winnebago Inspire, Adventurer, Vista, Shell, Sunstar, Forza, or Journey is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 23V365. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to schedule the seat belt fastener inspection and tightening. Reference recall number 23V365 or Winnebago recall number 175 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Winnebago dealers will inspect the seat belt attachment fasteners and tighten them as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that a loose seat belt attachment can fail to properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing injury risk. The repair path is direct: a Winnebago dealer inspects the affected fasteners and tightens them for free.
When did Winnebago mail owner letters for recall 23V365?
Winnebago mailed owner notification letters on July 24, 2023. If you bought the motorhome used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call a franchised Winnebago dealer with recall number 23V365 or Winnebago recall number 175.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V365000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-800-537-1885 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V365 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V365000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (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 →