Itasca Meridian, Ellipse: Electrical system

Affects Itasca Meridian, Ellipse · 2010–2013 — about 2K vehicles.

The hazard

Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Daimler Trucks North America will be conducting the recall on behalf of Winnebago Industries. Daimler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the the diode jumpers to make sure they are fully locked in place and will correct the vehicles as needed. The recall began December 26, 2012. Owners should contact Winnebago at 1-641-585-3535 or Daimler Trucks at 1-503-745-6910.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational