Winnebago Spectrum 1989

Model Spectrum made in 1989 by Winnebago got 1 consumer complain as well as 1 recall. Consumer complaints with reference to engine and engine cooling. . There was one recall concerning engine and engine cooling .

Model 1989

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
92V149000WINNEBAGO IND., INC.from 06/01/1986 to 02/01/1989V (Vehicle)8811/02/1992MFRWINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.10/10/199210/30/1992
Defect SummaryThe 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 SummaryThe 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.
Corrective SummaryReplace the malfuntioning check valves.
NotesSystem: 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.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
12/15/1999704/15/1991
 Recal 92v149 000/ exhaust sysytem notice was received since sept 93, and manufacturer. refused to honor recall. *ak