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HighNHTSA·20V474000·Announced 2020-12-08

2021 Winnebago Revel motorhomes recalled for detaching alternator belt

Winnebago is recalling certain 2021 Revel motorhomes. The auxiliary alternator belt may wear and detach, which could cause loss of power steering control and increase the risk of crashes.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The auxiliary alternator belt defect directly threatens power steering control, a critical safety system that prevents crashes. However, no injuries or crashes have been reported in connection with this defect, limiting the classification to High rather than Severe per the rubric rule capping theoretical hazards with no reported incidents at score 3.

Plain-English summary

Winnebago Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 Revel motorhomes due to a defect in the auxiliary alternator belt system. The auxiliary alternator belt may wear and detach over time.

If the auxiliary alternator belt disengages, the engine serpentine belt may also disengage, causing an immediate loss of power steering control. This significantly increases the risk of a crash.

The recall affects 156 motorhomes. Owners should contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885 to arrange a free inspection and proper alignment of the belt pulleys. The remedy is free of charge. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov for additional information.

The recalled product

Product
2021 WINNEBAGO REVEL
Brand
WINNEBAGO
Manufacturer
Winnebago Industries, Inc
Category
Vehicle — RV / Motorhome
Hazard
  • belt-failure
  • power-steering-loss
  • crash-risk
Affected units
156

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • REVEL

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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