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Winnebago is recalling one model year 2008 Aspect motorhome manufactured on September 12, 2007. The motorhome is equipped with a Ricon manufactured wheelchair lift
Posted by: Chris Bloom, CJBFireConsultant (IP Logged)
Date: December 24, 2012 04:38PM

Vehicle Make / Model:



Model Year(s):



WINNEBAGO / ASPECT



2008




Manufacturer: Winnebago Industries Inc.

Report Receipt Date: DEC 10, 2012



NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V575000



NHTSA Action Number: N/A



Component: EQUIPMENT



Potential Number of Units Affected: 1

Summary:
Winnebago is recalling one model year 2008 Aspect motorhome manufactured on September 12, 2007. The motorhome is equipped with a Ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which has an optional armored pendant cable. The cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover.

Consequence:
The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift causing a short circuit that could result in a fire.

Remedy:
Ricon will be conducting this recall on behalf of Winnebago. Ricon will notify the affected owner and will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions, free of charge. This recall campaign is expected to begin during December 2012. Owners may contact Winnebago at 1-641-585-3535 or Ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.



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