Global recall issued for Warn VR Evo winch

The world’s most recognised brand of vehicle-mounted recovery winches has initiated a global recall of one of its most popular models, the Warn VR Evo. The recall covers more than 120,000 winches globally.

The problem isn’t with the winches themselves, but with the remote controller. In isolated cases, the circuit board within the hand-held remote can become corroded and cause a short that unexpectedly starts or stops the winch.

Affected models in the Warn VR Evo winch range

We have been told there have been no reported cases of this happening to winches sold in Australia, but the recall has been made to ensure it doesn’t.

The recall does not affect other models of Warn winches, only VR Evo models.

Warn winches are imported and sold in Australia through ARB and Ateco Automotive. If you have one of the winches affected by the recall, you should contact the place of purchase to get the remote checked.

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Once confirmed that it is covered by the recall, you will be sent a paid post satchel so send your remote in for inspection, and repair or repayment as required. The repair involves the application of a corrosion-protective coating to the circuit board of the controller.

For more information or to find out if your Warn VR Evo winch is affected, visit:

• https://www.arb.com.au/warn-winch-recall
• https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/ateco-automotive-%E2%80%94-warn-vr-evo-4x4-recovery-winches