Trailer brakes may stay activated
Defect Summary
Winnebago industries, inc (winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2014 winnebago tour, and itasca ellipse vehicles manufactured may 23, 2013, to august 9, 2013 and built on a freightliner chassis. on certain recreational vehicles built with a heavier, adjustable foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the service brakes are released.
Safety Consequence
If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain engaged depending on brake configuration of the trailer. as a result, the brakes would drag and possibly overheat potentially resulting in a fire. additionally, following drivers may be confused by the motorhome's actions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Daimler trucks north america, llc., (dtna) will notify owners, and dealers will modify the affected brake assemblies, free of charge. the recall began on june 6, 2016. owners may contact daimler truck north america, llc., customer service at 1-800-745-8000. Dtna's recall number for this recall campaign is fl-704. Owners may also contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535.
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FAQ: Recall 16V238000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V238000?
NHTSA recall 16V238000 was issued by Winnebago Industries, Inc. on April 25, 2016. It addresses: Trailer brakes may stay activated. The recall affects approximately 56 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Winnebago Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V238000 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.