WINNEBAGO REVEL (2021) recall — Electrical System
Winnebago is recalling 2021 Revel motorhomes due to a risk of power steering loss if the auxiliary alternator belt detaches. Owners should contact customer service for free belt pulley inspection and alignment.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the auxiliary alternator belt disengages, the engine serpentine belt may also disengage causing an immediate loss of power steering control increasing the risk of crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Winnebago is recalling certain 2021 Revel motorhomes because a worn auxiliary alternator belt could detach, causing the engine serpentine belt to disengage and loss of power steering. This increases crash risk during normal use. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80745-winnebago-2021-revel-motorhome-electrical-system-recall-belt-detachment-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80745-winnebago-2021-revel-motorhome-electrical-system-recall-belt-detachment-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #20V474000
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“Winnebago 2021 Revel Motorhome Electrical System Recall: Belt Detachment Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80745-winnebago-2021-revel-motorhome-electrical-system-recall-belt-detachment-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #20V474000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V474000).
Why it’s dangerous
If the auxiliary alternator belt wears and detaches, it can cause the engine serpentine belt to disengage. This loss of power steering control may lead to a crash, especially during normal driving conditions.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2021 Winnebago Revel motorhomes are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without proper belt alignment are at higher risk of losing power steering.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2021 Winnebago Revel motorhomes. The recall covers specific models with an auxiliary alternator belt that may wear and detach.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Winnebago Customer Service
Call 1-800-537-1885 to schedule a free belt pulley inspection and alignment at a dealer.
What NHTSA says to do
Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will coordinate the inspection and proper alignment of the belt pulleys, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2020. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 162.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The auxiliary alternator belt may wear and detach, causing the engine serpentine belt to disengage and loss of power steering control, increasing crash risk.
How can I check if my motorhome is affected?
Check if you own a 2021 Winnebago Revel motorhome, as the recall covers specific models with an auxiliary alternator belt that may wear and detach.
What should I do if I have the affected motorhome?
Contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885 to schedule a free belt pulley inspection and alignment at a dealer.
Contact Winnebago
We’ve drafted a message you can send Winnebago to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20V474000 — Winnebago Winnebago Hello, I own a Winnebago that is covered by recall 20V474000 from Winnebago. The official recall notice states: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will coordinate the inspection and proper alignment of the belt pulleys, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2020. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 162. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #20V474000 (December 8, 2020)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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