Winnebago/itr/hurricane hot water heater
Defect Summary
On certain motorhomes equipped with international thermal research (itr)hurricane hot water heaters, the electronic control board may adversely affect safety features in some of the systems protecting against overheating and potential fire situation.
Safety Consequence
If the safety features do not shut down properly, the heating system can continue heating, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective Action
The defective electronic control board will be replaced. in the meantime, customers should turn the system off using the master on/off switch located on the side of the electronic control box which is adjacent to the heater. owners who take their motorhomes to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact itr at 1-800-755-1272 or at winnebago at 1-641-585-3535.
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FAQ: Recall 03V099000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V099000?
NHTSA recall 03V099000 was issued by Winnebago Industries, Inc. on March 17, 2003. It addresses: Winnebago/itr/hurricane hot water heater. The recall affects approximately 81 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Winnebago Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V099000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.