Winnebago Chieftain recalls and problems
8 recalls and 5 owner complaints for 12 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
8
Complaints
5
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
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Winnebago Chieftain by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Chieftain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Chieftain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 Chieftain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 Chieftain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Chieftain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Chieftain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Chieftain | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Chieftain | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Chieftain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 Chieftain | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 Chieftain | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 Chieftain | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Winnebago Chieftain problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 2 | |
| Equipment | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
All Winnebago Chieftain recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2001–2003 | 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… |
| 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 | 2004–2005 | 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. |
| 02V-276 | Dec 3, 2002 | 2000 | Equipment | Certain motor homes equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units model numbers 442, 443, 452, ev452, 453, 462, ev462, 463, ev463, 482, ev482, 483, ev483, 874, and 875. |
| 01V-128 | Apr 30, 2001 | 2000–2001 | Seat Belts | Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by AM-safe. |
| 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 Chieftain?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2000 Winnebago Chieftain has the most reports (4). Check the 2000 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Winnebago Chieftain have?
NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls covering Winnebago Chieftain model years 2000–2011.
What are the most common Winnebago Chieftain problems?
Owners report structure, equipment, electrical system problems most often.