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1994 WINNEBAGO CHIEFTAIN

1 recalls, 0 complaints - 6 TSBs

97V012000 Feb 3, 1997
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
Defect Description
THE SPARE TIRE CARRIER HOIST COMPONENTS CAN BECOME LOOSE WHILE TRAVELING AND ALLOW THE SPARE TIRE TO MOVE FROM ITS STORED POSITION TO THE ROAD SURFACE.
Consequence
THE SPARE TIRE CAN CONTACT THE ROAD SURFACE INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ADD A PRIMARY SPARE TIRE SUPPORT BRACKET.
10,590 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 1994 WINNEBAGO CHIEFTAIN

6 manufacturer communications from 6 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT4
160000 STRUCTURE1
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
7SB002-24-01A Feb 23, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin outlines the characteristics of new roof sealant being used.
7SB005-23-01A Sep 19, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin advises of a manufacturing change to the shower surround sealant process for all units.
7SB009-22-02A May 31, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin sent to all dealers. This bulletin advises dealers they no longer need to email Winnebago the signed Vehicle Registration Form, but they should retain a copy for their records.
7SB009-21-02A Jul 14, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin to dealers reminding them to understand their state's Lemon Law and to comply with Winnebago Motorhome mandates outlined in the Policy & Procedure Manual.
7SB010-21-01Z Jul 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin to dealers advising them of part sales training opportunities.
7SB014-21-01A Mar 26, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
General Parts and Service Letter to dealers detailing the warranty part return procedure.

WINNEBAGO CHIEFTAIN - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the WINNEBAGO CHIEFTAIN across all model years (1994, 2011).

36 Total Recalls
25 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
1 Reported Crashes
3 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

WINNEBAGO CHIEFTAIN - Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
2011 1 0 View
2010 1 0 View
2009 1 0 View
2008 1 0 View
2007 1 0 View
2006 1 0 View
2005 3 0 View
2004 3 0 View
2003 2 0 View
2002 2 1 View
2001 4 0 View
2000 5 4 View
1999 3 15 View
1998 3 5 View
1997 2 0 View
1996 2 0 View
1994 (current) 1 0

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