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Vehicle recall 08V226000 · May 19, 2008

Winnebago Destination, Itasca Ellipse and 4 more models

The fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under-tightened.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
08V226000
Reported to NHTSA
May 19, 2008
Filed by
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.
Vehicles potentially affected
306
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly
Recall 08V226000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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