Steering arm castle nut/workhorse
Defect Summary
Winnebago is recalling 717 my 2006-2009 sightseer and vista, itasca sunova and sunstar motor homes built on workhorse chassis. the castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm may have been improperly torqued during assembly. the improper torque may have damaged the castle nut and compromised the integrity of the connection.
Safety Consequence
If the drag link were to separate from the pitman arm, the driver would not have directional control of the vehicle possibly causing a crash.
Corrective Action
Winnebago is working with workhorse to replace and properly tighten the castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm (please see 08v442). owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-946-7731 or winnebago at 1-641-585-3535.
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FAQ: Recall 08V571000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08V571000?
NHTSA recall 08V571000 was issued by Winnebago Industries, Inc. on October 29, 2008. It addresses: Steering arm castle nut/workhorse. The recall affects approximately 717 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Winnebago Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V571000 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.