Safety Recall NHTSA · 80V056000 Reported May 8, 1980

Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm

Q: What is recall 80V056000?

NHTSA recall 80V056000 was issued by Winnebago Industries, Inc. on May 8, 1980. It addresses: Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm. The recall affects approximately 32 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Winnebago Industries, Inc. · N/A · 32 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

80V056000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Winnebago Industries, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

May 8, 1980

Defect Summary

There may be an inadequate distribution of weight between the trailer hitch and trailer axle. The proportion of trailer weight on the hitch may not be sufficient to maintain stability while under tow.

Corrective Action

Dealer will install a ballast weight box and "a" frame attachment bolts which will ensure the correct distribution of trailer weight on the hitch.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Winnebago Industries, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 80V056000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 80V056000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 80V056000?

NHTSA recall 80V056000 was issued by Winnebago Industries, Inc. on May 8, 1980. It addresses: Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm. The recall affects approximately 32 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 80V056000 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.