Vehicle recall 92V149000 · October 10, 1992

1986-1989 Winnebago Spectrum

The a.i.r./ exhaust check valves at the engine may malfunction allowing hot exhaust gases to pass into the rubber hoses which normally carry unheated air.

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

Summary: The a.i.r./ exhaust check valves at the engine may malfunction allowing hot exhaust gases to pass into the rubber hoses which normally carry unheated air.
Consequence: The hot exhaust gases that pass through the check valveto the rubber hoses have the potential to melt and/or ignite the rubber hose.the melted or ignited rubber hose will damage the surrounding components andthe fire may cause further vehicle damage or personal injuries.
Remedy: Replace the malfuntioning check valves.
Notes: System: exhaust system.description of vehicle: motorhomes, model no. WWR32RQ.NOTE: winnebago will supply the new check valves to the vehicle owners, andreimburse the cost of having the existing valves removed and the new valvesinstalled by a reputable service center. The service center must sign theservice completion card and the owner must mail the card and service center'sinvoice to the manufacturer for reimbursement.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 92V149000
Reported to NHTSA: October 10, 1992
Filed by: WINNEBAGO IND., INC.
Owner notification: November 2, 1992
Vehicles potentially affected: 88
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system

Recall 92V149000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Winnebago Spectrum (1986-1989): 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986

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