Winnebago View and Navion RV Recall for Trim Detachment Issue

Source: NHTSA · United States

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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.

What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss

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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.

Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NHTSA vehicle recall.

What is this NHTSA vehicle recall about?
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.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NHTSA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with NHTSA for the most current geographic scope.
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