2007 ITASCA LATITUDE Recall

Campaign:: 08V226000 on 05/18/2008
Component:: Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Manufactured:: 01/31/2007 - 08/30/2007
Affected:: 306
Defect:: Winnebago is recalling 306 my 2007-2008 journey, destination, tour and itasca meridian, latitude, and ellipse motor homes built on freightliner chassis. the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under-tightened.
Consequence:: Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.
Correction:: Winnebago is working with freightliner to repair these vehicles free of charge (please see 07v306). owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712 or winnebago at 1-641-585-3535.
Notes:: Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.