Refrigerator/fire/norcold
Defect Summary
Winnebago is recalling my 1999-2002 ultimate advantage, ultimate freedom, my 1999-2001 chieftain, my 2000-2001 brave, my 2001 journey my 2000 minnie winnie, my 2000-2002 itasca horizon, my 1999 suncruiser, my 2001 sunflyer, and my 2000 sunrise motor homes equipped with norcold refrigerators. a fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak.
Safety Consequence
Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.
Corrective Action
Winnebago is working with norcold to repair these refrigerators. norcold will provide thermal switch kits to owners along with the necessary forms and instructions. the manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or winnebago at 1-641-585-3535.
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FAQ: Recall 08V265000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08V265000?
NHTSA recall 08V265000 was issued by Winnebago Industries, Inc. on June 13, 2008. It addresses: Refrigerator/fire/norcold. The recall affects approximately 930 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 08V265000 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.