Winnebago Brave recalls and problems
17 recalls and 52 owner complaints for 18 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
17
Complaints
52
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
5
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Winnebago Brave by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Brave | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Brave | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Brave | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Brave | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Brave | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Brave | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Brave | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Brave | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 Brave | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 Brave | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Brave | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Brave | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Brave | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Brave | 5 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Brave | 6 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 Brave | 5 | 16 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 Brave | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 Brave | 6 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Most reported Winnebago Brave problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | |
| Service Brakes | 7 | |
| Electrical System | 7 | |
| Structure | 7 | |
| Equipment | 6 | |
| Suspension | 3 | |
| Parking Brake | 3 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Engine | 1 |
All Winnebago Brave recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-177 | Mar 23, 2026 | 2017 | Exterior Lighting | Winnebago Industries, Inc. |
| 24V-733 | Oct 1, 2024 | 2015–2016 | Exterior Lighting | Winnebago Industries, Inc. |
| 17V-782 | Dec 7, 2017 | 2013–2018 | Equipment | Winnebago Industries, Inc. |
| 15V-664 | Oct 16, 2015 | 2015–2016 | Power Train | Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Winnebago Brave, Sightseer, Vista and Adventurer motorhomes and Itasca Tribute, Sunova, Sunstar, and Suncruiser motorhomes manufactured from… |
| 15V-510 | Aug 12, 2015 | 2014–2015 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Winnebago Industries, Inc. |
| 10V-525 | Oct 26, 2010 | 2000–2011 | Equipment | Winnebago is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. |
| 09V-300 | Jul 29, 2009 | 2002–2003 | Equipment | Winnebago is recalling 1,547 model year 2001-2003 recreational vehicles equipped with norcold model 1200lrim refrigerators, manufactured from march 1, 2001 to december 31, 2002, with serial numbers between 1273701 and… |
| 09V-113 | Apr 8, 2009 | 2002–2004 | Fuel System, Diesel | Winnebago is recalling 2,331 my 2002-2004 brave and itasca sunrise my 2005 2006 winnebago voyage, adventurer, itasca sunrise and suncruiser motor homes. |
| 08V-265 | Jun 13, 2008 | 2000–2001 | Equipment | Winnebago is recalling my 1999-2002 ultimate advantage, ultimate freedom, my 1999-2001 chieftain, my 2000-2001 brave, my 2001 journey my 2000 minnie winnie, my 2000-2002 itasca horizon, my 1999 suncruiser, my 2001… |
| 04V-609 | Dec 22, 2004 | 2003–2005 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain motor homes built on a 20,700 gvwr or greater workhorse chassis, there may not be sufficient clearance in the area where the fuel line crosses the frame cross member. |
| 04V-608 | Dec 18, 2004 | 2004–2005 | Seat Belts | Certain seat belt buckles on some motor homes fail to conform to the load requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 03V-405 | Oct 16, 2003 | 2001–2004 | Equipment | On certain motor homes equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these units were produced with a defective panel. |
| 03V-060 | Feb 21, 2003 | 2000–2003 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 01V-225 | Jul 3, 2001 | 2001 | Fuel System, Other | Vehicle description: motor homes built on a ford chassis. |
| 01V-128 | Apr 30, 2001 | 2000–2001 | Seat Belts | Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by AM-safe. |
| 01V-099 | Mar 26, 2001 | 2000–2001 | Fuel System, Other | Vehicle description: motor homes. |
| 00V-273 | Oct 13, 2000 | 2000 | Seat Belts | Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by AM-safe. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Winnebago Brave?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2002 Winnebago Brave has the most reports (16). Check the 2002 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Winnebago Brave have?
NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls covering Winnebago Brave model years 2000–2011, 2013–2018.
What are the most common Winnebago Brave problems?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic, service brakes, electrical system problems most often.