Winnebago View and Navion RV Recall for Trim Detachment Issue
Winnebago Industries is recalling certain 2020-2023 View and Navion recreational vehicles due to potential detachment of the rear roof cap aerofence trim, which could create a road hazard and increase crash risk.
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What Happened
Winnebago Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2020-2023 View and Navion recreational vehicles because the rear roof cap aerofence trim may become loose and detach during transit.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects approximately 4,024 units of Winnebago View and Navion models from the years 2020 to 2023. Specific models include: Winnebago View (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023) and Winnebago Navion (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023). No model numbers, UPCs, or specific date ranges beyond the model years are provided.
What You Should Do
Owners should wait for notification letters expected to be mailed on April 17, 2026. Contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885 to arrange for dealers to inspect and install fasteners and rivets as necessary, free of charge. Winnebago's recall number is 202.
Why This Matters
A detached roof cap can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash in 1-2 sentences.
Source
This recall is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For more information, visit the NHTSA website at https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V089000.
Source: NHTSA Official Notice