Hydraulic brake switches/dtna
Defect Summary
Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 adventurer manufactured from may 14, 2009, through october 16, 2009, and certain model year 2009-2010 winnebago j38s commercial vehicles manufactured from october 30, 2008 through june 21, 2010. the stop lamps may be intermittent during light brake applications.
Safety Consequence
The stop lamps may not properly indicate that the service brakes are applied which may lead to a crash without warning.
Corrective Action
Dtna/freightliner will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. please see dtna's safety defect report 10v-178. owners may contact the warranty campaigns department at 1-800-547-0712.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Winnebago Industries, Inc. or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 11V217000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V217000?
NHTSA recall 11V217000 was issued by Winnebago Industries, Inc. on April 12, 2011. It addresses: Hydraulic brake switches/dtna. The recall affects approximately 5 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Winnebago Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V217000 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.