Winnebago Sightseer 2005
Model Sightseer made in 2005 by Winnebago got 5 consumer complains as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to equipment and seat belts. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline and seat belts.
Model 2005
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V609000 | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. | from 08/06/2003 to 09/03/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 3538 | 01/07/2005 | MFR | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. | 12/22/2004 | 12/28/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motor homes built on a 20,700 gvwr or greater workhorse chassis, there may not be sufficient clearance in the area where the fuel line crosses the frame cross member. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Without clearance, a condition could develop where the cross member may wear into the fuel line and a fuel leak may develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will repair these motor homes by providing clearance between the fuel line and frame cross member. the fuel line will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced. the recall began january 7, 2005. owners should contact winnebago at 1-800-537-1885. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Winnebago recall no. 93. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V467000 | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. | V (Vehicle) | MFR | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. | 10/05/2010 | 10/12/2010 | 571 | 210 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2009 winnebago sightseer and itasca sunova motor homes because the dinette area seat belt restraints on those vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages. in a collision, the generated crash forces can cause the restraint's attachment to tear and allow the anchor to separate from the body of the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the restraint separates from the vehicle during a crash, the belt will not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury or death to the occupant. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Winnebago has not yet provided a remedy and an owner notification schedule for this campaign. owners may contact winnebago at 1-800-537-1885. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Winnebago safety recall no. 119.owners 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 . | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V608000 | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. | from 09/08/2003 to 04/30/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 6201 | 11/29/2004 | ODI | WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. | 12/18/2004 | 12/28/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain seat belt buckles on some motor homes fail to conform to the load requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, seat belt assemblies. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The seat belt buckle may unlatch in the event of a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury to the seat occupant. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the buckles. the recall began on november 12, 2004. owners should contact amsafe at 1-574-266-8330 or winnebago at 1-800-537-1885. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Winnebago recall no. 92.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236. | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE - LPG LINES AND FITTINGS | |||
| 01/29/2005 | 1 | 01/29/2005 | |
| Dt: 2005 winnebago sightseer 29. the propane gas line for the stove is collapsing each time the slide out is brought in. the propane gas line has a potential of fracturing after repeated collapsing, allowing the propane gas to escape and set the motor home on fire. the consumer contacted the manufacturer, and they urged him to contact the dealership that they would send out an inspector. the consumer cannot use motor home because it is a potential fire trap. the collapsing happens every time the slide out comes in each time the consumer camps. purchased the vehicle on january 29, 2005. it is the design of the vehicle that causes this problem. *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| 2005 winnebago sightseer model 29r safety problem with the seat belt system.*mr the consumer stated there was no vertical adjustment for the seat belt, which could possibly cause serious injuries to the consumer if there was an accident. *jb the consumers wife was forced to wrap the shoulder belt around the arm rest making the seat belt useless. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 02/11/2009 | 26000 | 1 | |
| Bosch hydraulic brake system failure on workhorse w22 chasis. right front brake hung up in partial position causing overheating and severe damage to brake parts and damaging (melting) the anti-lock wheel sensor. loss of brake performance. complete brake system (4) replacement by dealership service department required at cost of $2,600.00. old parts available. *tr | |||
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||
| 03/01/2013 | 16000 | ||
| Recall made december 2005 to repair/replace actia instrument cluster (bulletin #8051-ia, replaces 80201-i, dated march 2002). have had motor home at repair shop since october, 2012 & have not been able to get workhorse (navistar) customer service to correct the fault. keep getting promise, weekly, with no result. have written winnebago & workhorse (navistar) on other problems and get no help from either. this motor home cost $86,000 new and they refuse to correct a fault that might cost them less than $1,000 (my guess). need someone to put their feet to the fire and get this completed (at no cost to me) bfore trying to read lcd readouts causes a catastrophic event. thank you, dale white | |||