Recall 08V226000: 2007–2008 Itasca Ellipse and 5 other models
- Report received
- May 19, 2008
- Manufacturer
- Winnebago industries, inc.
- Potentially affected
- 306vehicles
- Model years
- 2007–2008
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Winnebago is recalling 306 my 2007-2008 journey, destination, tour and itasca meridian, latitude, and ellipse motor homes built on freightliner chassis. The fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under-tightened.
Possible consequence
Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.
Remedy
Winnebago is working with freightliner to repair these vehicles free of charge (please see 07v306). Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712 or winnebago at 1-641-585-3535.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2007 Itasca Ellipse0 complaints
- 2008 Itasca Ellipse0 complaints
- 2007 Itasca Latitude0 complaints
- 2008 Itasca Latitude1 complaints
- 2007 Itasca Meridian0 complaints
- 2008 Itasca Meridian0 complaints
- 2007 Winnebago Destination0 complaints
- 2008 Winnebago Destination1 complaints
- 2007 Winnebago Journey4 complaints
- 2008 Winnebago Journey0 complaints
- 2007 Winnebago Tour1 complaints
- 2008 Winnebago Tour0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.