Vehicle recall 08V681000 · December 19, 2008
Winnebago Sightseer, Itasca Sunova and 2 more models
These vehicles were produced with a vehicle certification label that states load range 'g' tires when in fact the vehicles are equipped with load range 'f' tires.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Winnebago is recalling 36 my 2009 vista, sightseer, and itasca sunstar and sunova motor homes for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, 'certification.'. These vehicles were produced with a vehicle certification label that states load range 'g' tires when in fact the vehicles are equipped with load range 'f' tires.
- Consequence
- The purpose of this part is to specify the content and location of, and other requirements for, the certification label to be affixed to motor vehicles to address certification-related duties and liabilities, and to provide the consumer with information to assist him or her in determining which of the federal motor vehicle safety standards are applicable to the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Winnebago will provide correct federal certification labels as well as installation instructions to the motor home owners. If an owner desires, they can have their dealer replace the tags for them. The recall is expected to begin on or about January 2, 2009. Owners may contact winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.
- Notes
- Winnebago recall no. 111.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
- 08V681000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 19, 2008
- Filed by
- WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 111
- Owner notification
- January 2, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 36
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment › Other › Labels
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Itasca Sunova (2009): 2009
- Itasca Sunstar (2009): 2009
- Winnebago Sightseer (2009): 2009
- Winnebago Vista (2009): 2009
Has your Itasca been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Itasca dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.