Winnebago Forza (Winnebago) – Storage Door Risk (2019)
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 WINNEBAGO FORZA
Brand
WINNEBAGO
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Winnebago Industries, Inc is recalling certain 2017 WINNEBAGO FORZA vehicles due to structure:body:door issues. If the storage compartment door opens while the vehicle is in motion, other drivers may swerve to avoid hitting the compartment door, or objects falli.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Forza motorhomes. The exterior storage compartment door may unexpectedly open while the vehicle is in motion.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the storage compartment door opens while the vehicle is in motion, other drivers may swerve to avoid hitting the compartment door, or objects falling from within, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Winnebago will notify owners and dealers will install a new latch and the catch will be inspected and properly aligned and readjusted if necessary. Winnebago issued owners an interim notification on August 14, 2019. The recall began September 29, 2020. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026