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2005 Winnebago VECTRA Structure Body Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	696303
Internal NHTSA #	10244967
Manufacurer	WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.
Brand	WINNEBAGO
Model	VECTRA
Model Year	2005
File date	15/03/05
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	2005 winnebago vectra & freightliner chassis defects: vehicle total loss of steering control @ 65 mph against low angle front quarter cross winds. A sudden frontal 30-35 mph gust of wind @ a 10-15 degree angle of incidence creates a momentary airspeed of 95-100 mph. The 440 sq ft broad surface area of the chassis has 250% the authority of an 767 rudder that also has a very efficient wing aspect ratio. This 32,000 lb rv is subject (by nasa analysis) to 10,000- 20,000 lb of lateral force under these conditions, destabilizing the chassis / coach with a complete loss of driver control. Also - the engine brake necessary for downhill control is unreliable. The culprit is an electrical junction between freightliner & winnebago wiring harnesses that is unreliable and "cannot be fixed" per freightliner. While descending steep hills or mountains, the 4 disc brakes are completely inadequate to maintain control without the supplementary engine brake. I nearly lost my life in new mexico in 2005 discovering this defect also, be advised that the rear main engine compartment has a manual switch that anyone can access, rendering the engine unstartable. A criminal can also shut off a running engine, leaving the occupants vulnerable to kidnap, robbery and or rape. Neither the main engine or the front generator are locking, rendering both motors vulnerable to theft, vandalism, or sabotage. Imagine if your car could be stopped in traffic and the hood & truck accessed at will. Complained about all above to manufacturer by certified mail in 2005, 2006, 2007. They repeatedly ignore me, but they cant ignore you. There are more significant safety defects that this space does not allow. Please respond by letter.
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	2500
Number of Occurences	1
Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	TINTON FALLS, NJ
VIN pattern	4UZAAHCY05CXXXXXX
Was vehicle invloved in a crash?	N
Was vehicle involved in a fire?	N
Was incedent reported to police?	N
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Date of purchase	07/08/26
Was original owner?	N
Anti-lock brakes	N
Cruise control	N
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Vehicle speed	65
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2005 Winnebago VECTRA Structure Body Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2005 Winnebago VECTRA Structure Body Problems, Complaints and Defects

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