Bumper Mounted Spare Tire Carrier May Detach – 2021-2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie Travel Trailers

Defect Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-23V270-1514.PDF 213.692KB

Recall 573 Report – 4/21/2023

RCLRPT-23V270-8666.PDF 213.691KB

Recall Acknowledgement

RCAK-23V270-3856.pdf 688.763KB

Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)

RCMN-23V270-3682.pdf 476.331KB

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201 14th Street, Middlebury, In 46540
Phone: 574-825-8052, wtowWarrantyTech@winnebagoind.com
Winnebago.com
Safety Recall:
MICRO MINNIE SPARE TIRE CARRIER
Repair, Claim Preparation, and Filing Instructions
Please submit a warranty claim pre-authorization using the following codes and labor times:
LABOR: OPERATION CODE LABOR ALLOWANCE Inspection only: 44012000 0.10
Remove and Replace: 44012001 0.20
PARTS: 280085 – Replacement Spare Tire Carrier KitPlease follow attached repair instructions. Submit all pre-authorizations and claims through the Dealer Portal. If there are any questions, please call our Warranty Team at 574-825-5250.
NHTSA: 23V-270 Winnebago Towable: CAM0000029
201 14th Street, Middlebury, In 46540
Phone: 574-825-8052, wtowWarrantyTech@winnebagoind.com
Winnebago.com
Repair Instructions:
MICRO MINNIE SPARE TIRE CARRIER
Tools Needed: Torque wrench, Impact gun, 9/16” socket, 13/16” socket.
REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS:
Using the impact gun and 13/16” socket, remove nuts from spare tire and set tire aside. Remove the tire
carrier bolts that attach it to the bumper with 9/16” socket and discard old parts.
Hold the new tire carrier into place and attach the U-bolts around the bumper and into the holes on the
carrier.
Thread the U-bolt nuts onto the bolts enough to prevent the carrier from slipping but also so the carrier
can still slide on the bumper.
Place spare tire onto the new carrier so that the upper lug goes through the hole and the lower one goes
through the center of the rim.
Thread the tire nuts onto these bolts. Using the torque wrench, tighten the nuts to 80-90 ft-lbs.
Adjust carrier location as to not block taillights or license plate.
Once location is set, tighten the U-bolt nuts to 50 ft-lbs.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
THIS NOTICE APPLIES TO YOUR VEHICLE.
Winnebago
June 2, 2023Dear Winnebago Owner:
This notice is being sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Winnebago Towables has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists on certain 2021 through 2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie model series. These vehicles were manufactured August 20, 2020, through April 10, 2023. REASON FOR THIS RECALL When loaded with certain off-road style tires, the bumper mounted spare tire carrier has the potential to experience metal fatigue, which could cause welds to break loose and/or shear the metal. The spare tire carrier may fail over time and potentially become detached from the unit in transit, which could increase the risk of a crash. WHAT WE WILL DO On affected vehicles, Winnebago Towable dealers will replace the original spare tire carrier with a newly designed spare tire carrier. The time necessary to complete the repair will be approximately 20 minutes. Please allow additional time for the dealer to process your vehicle. This will be done at no charge to you. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO Please contact your selling or nearest Winnebago Towable dealer immediately to schedule an appointment. To locate the nearest Winnebago Towable dealer, you can visit our website at www.winnebago.com or call 574-825-5250. Winnebago Towable dealers are best equipped to obtain parts and provide service to ensure your vehicle is corrected as promptly as possible. Presentation of this letter to the service center will assist in making the necessary correction to your vehicle more efficient.
NHTSA Safety Recall 23V-270
MEMORANDUM
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If after having attempted to take advantage of this recall you believe you have not been able to have your vehicle remedied without charge and within a reasonable amount of time, we recommend you contact Winnebago Towables, Attn.: Customer Service at (574) 825-5250.
IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY PAID FOR THIS REPAIR
If you have paid to remedy this issue, you may be eligible for a refund. To obtain information on a refund, contact Winnebago Customer Service by email at retailwoi@wgo.net or write us at Winnebago Customer Service, 201 14th Street, Middlebury, Indiana 46540 or by telephone at (574) 825-5250.
IF YOU HAVE CHANGED ADDRESS OR SOLD THE VEHICLE
If you have changed address, sold, or traded your vehicle, please let us know by contacting Winnebago Customer Service by email at retailwoi@wgo.net or in writing Winnebago Customer Service at, 201 14th Street, Middlebury, Indiana 46540 or by telephone at (574) 825-5250.
If you are the lessor of this vehicle, Federal law requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days.
If you are still unable to obtain such service without charge to you and within a reasonable time, you may contact the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E., Washington, DC 20590 or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 [TTY: (800) 424-9153] or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
We apologize for any inconvenience this recall may cause; however, we have taken this action in the interest of your safety and continued satisfaction with our products.
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Winnebago Towables
Middlebury, Indiana 46540
Enclosure

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201 14th Street  Middlebury, IN 46540  PH: 574.825.5250  FAX: 574.825.5433
http://www.winnebago.com
DEALER COMMUNICATION
Date:
To:
Subject:
Issue:
April 19, 2023All Winnebago Towable DealersNHTSA Safety Recall 23V-270Winnebago Towables has decided that a defect related to motor vehicle safety exists with the bumper mounted spare tire carrier on certain 2021-2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie model series outfitted with certain heavier, off-road style spare tires.
Affected Vehicles:
MAKE
MODEL
MODEL YEARS
WINNEBAGO
Micro Minnie
2021-2023
Repair Information:
Owner Notification:
Dealer Responsibility
Notes
Dealers that have stock units impacted by this recall can access the full list of affected VINs sold to their dealership by accessing the Winnebago Dealer Portal. The remedy is still under development but will be available mid to late May. Once the remedy is complete the instructions will be posted to the Winnebago DealerPortal.Winnebago Towables anticipates notifying owners by early June.Do not deliver any subject trailer until corrective action has been taken. All vehicles subject to this campaign are to be serviced at no charge to the owners regardless of mileage, age of vehicle, or ownership from this time forward. Important Reminder: It is a violation of federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by this notification until the noncompliance is remedied. Please ensure all dealership personnel are aware of this notice so they are able to address customer questions. Contact Winnebago Towable Customer Care if you require additional assistance. Direct any press inquiries to Winnebago Public Relations.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL ADVANCE NOTICE

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-270
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Winnebago Towable APR 21, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-270 Manufacturer Recall No. : CAM0000029 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Winnebago Towable Address : 201 14th Street
Middlebury IN 46540
Company phone : 825-5250
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 10,492 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 : 2021-2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie Vehicle Type :
Body Style :
Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : August 20,2020 production switched to a 15″ off-road style tire that increased in weight by 8lbs. The first incident occurred 09/10/2020. All Micro Minnie units using the heavier tire are included in the population. Production Dates : AUG 20, 2020 – APR 10, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Winnebago Industries has decided that a defect related to motor vehicle safety exists on certain 2021-2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie model series outfitted with bumper mounted spare tire carriers and certain off-road style spare tires.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : When loaded with certain off-road style tires, the spare tire carrier may fail over time and potentially become detached from the unit in transit, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Description of the Cause : The tire hoop on the spare tire bracket being too long causes additional vibrations throughout the carrier. The tire suspended past the vertical tube would make the entire assembly vibrate and put strain on the vertical tube and supporting welds. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-270 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Spare Tire Carrier
Component Description : Bumper Mounted Spare Tire Carrier Component Part Number : 141012-01 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Red Rock Supply Address : 1845 Hemlock Ct.
Goshen Indiana 46528
Country : United States Chronology :
In March, a VOQ inquiry from NHTSA stated a customer had experienced a failure on their bumper mounted spare tire carrier. An investigation was subsequently opened. Winnebago identified a total of 21 spare tire carrier mount issues, with 12 of those issue resulting in total detachment. The first known issue occurred in September, 2020. There are no known accidents or injuries related to this issue. After completing a data analysis and technical investigation, the Product Safety Committee met on 4/10/2023 to review the findings of the investigation and determined that a defect related to motor vehicle safety was present. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : Reimbursement request will fall under the general reimbursement plan on
file with NHTSA. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Winnebago is designing and testing a new spare tire carrier with the tire hoop sized appropriately to allow the tire to rest on the vertical tube to reduce the vibrations throughout the assembly and to fully brace the tire hoop to increase structural strength.
All impacted products are on hold until the new spare tire carrier is available. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-270
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Recall schedule will follow dates listed.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 20, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : JUN 09, 2023 – JUN 09, 2023
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-270
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Winnebago Towable APR 14, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-270 Manufacturer Recall No. : CAM0000029 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Winnebago Towable Address : 201 14th Street
Middlebury IN 46540
Company phone : 825-5250
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 12,048 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 : 2021-2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie Vehicle Type :
Body Style :
Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : August 20,2020 production switched to a 15″ off-road style tire that increased in weight by 8lbs. The first incident occurred 09/10/2020. All Micro Minnie units using the heavier tire are included in the population. Production Dates : AUG 20, 2020 – APR 10, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Winnebago Industries has decided that a defect related to motor vehicle safety exists on certain 2021-2023 Winnebago Micro Minnie model series outfitted with bumper mounted spare tire carriers and certain off-road style spare tires.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : When loaded with certain off-road style tires, the spare tire carrier may fail over time and potentially become detached from the unit in transit, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Description of the Cause : The tire hoop on the spare tire bracket being too long causes additional vibrations throughout the carrier. The tire suspended past the vertical tube would make the entire assembly vibrate and put strain on the vertical tube and supporting welds. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-270 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Spare Tire Carrier
Component Description : Bumper Mounted Spare Tire Carrier Component Part Number : 141012-01 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Red Rock Supply Address : 1845 Hemlock Ct.
Goshen Indiana 46528
Country : United States Chronology :
In March, a VOQ inquiry from NHTSA stated a customer had experienced a failure on their bumper mounted spare tire carrier. An investigation was subsequently opened. Winnebago identified a total of 21 spare tire carrier mount issues, with 12 of those issue resulting in total detachment. The first known issue occurred in September, 2020. There are no known accidents or injuries related to this issue. After completing a data analysis and technical investigation, the Product Safety Committee met on 4/10/2023 to review the findings of the investigation and determined that a defect related to motor vehicle safety was present. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : Reimbursement request will fall under the general reimbursement plan on
file with NHTSA. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Winnebago is designing and testing a new spare tire carrier with the tire hoop sized appropriately to allow the tire to rest on the vertical tube to reduce the vibrations throughout the assembly and to fully brace the tire hoop to increase structural strength.
All impacted products are on hold until the new spare tire carrier is available. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-270
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Recall schedule will follow dates listed.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 20, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : JUN 09, 2023 – JUN 09, 2023
* NR – Not Reported

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