Itasca Suncruiser 1989

Model Suncruiser made in 1989 by Itasca got 2 consumer complains as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling and tires. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and fuel system, gasoline.

Model 1989

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
89V042000WINNEBAGO IND., INC.from 02/01/1989 to 03/01/1989V (Vehicle)2302/08/1989MFRITASCA MOTORHOME03/22/198904/05/1989
Defect SummaryDue to contact of the metal slide of the lower drawer in the bedroom closet with a 110-volt wire from the electrical converter, insulation may be stripped from the wire.
Consequence SummaryA short could develop and result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryRepair to eliminate contact with wire from electrical converter.
NotesSystem: electrical converter wire.vehicle description: motorhomes.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
93V220000WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. V (Vehicle)1135303/09/1994ODIITASCA MOTORHOME12/28/199301/03/1994
Defect SummaryFuel tanks leak at the seams and/or baffle connections.
Consequence SummaryFuel leakage can result in a fire when exposed to asource of ignition.
Corrective SummaryWinnebago will replace fuel tanks that are found to be leaking.
NotesSystem: fuel; fuel tank assembly; tank.vehicle description: motorhomes.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact winnebago service center at 1-515-582-3535. also, contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SUSPENSION - REAR
89V041000WINNEBAGO IND., INC.from 02/01/1989 to 03/01/1989V (Vehicle)2302/08/1989MFRITASCA MOTORHOME03/21/198904/05/1989
Defect SummaryAn incorrect number of bolts was used to fasten the rear axle to the frame rails.
Consequence SummaryThis could allow the spring hanger to become detachedfrom the rails and cause the rear axle to separate from the motorhome, causingloss of control which may result in an accident.
Corrective SummaryInstall the correct number of fastening bolts.
NotesSystem: rear axle.vehicle description: motorhomes.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
11/28/19941
 Exhaust manifolds warped, breaking manifold/cylinder head bolts, causing exhaust fumes to enter vehicle, resulting in headaches. *ak
TIRES
04/30/19952
 Front michelin tire blew out twice, possibly too much weight on tires. *ak