2001 Winnebago Minnie Winnie recalls and problems

The 2001 Winnebago Minnie Winnie has 3 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Winnebago dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Winnebago Minnie Winnie vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Winnebago Minnie Winnie recalls

Recall 03V-405: Equipment

Reported Oct 16, 2003 · 15,337 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: On certain motor homes equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these units were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.

Risk: An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. This could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.

Fix: Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact samsung at 800-932-3837 or winnebago at 641-585-3535.

Recall 01V-128: Seat Belts

Reported Apr 30, 2001 · 4,370 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.

Risk: Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the lap belts and, if necessary, replace it with a new belt assembly. Owner notification began may 25, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact AM-safe at 1-219-266-8330 or winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.

Recall 01V-006: Fuel System, Other

Reported Feb 6, 2001 · 127 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorhomes. The hose supplying liquid propane gas (Lpg) to the refrigerator in the slideout of the unit did not have adequate hose "loop" at the extension mechanism. The insufficient amount of hose in this loop could cause damage to the hose when the room is retracted.

Risk: He hose could develop a leak which has the potential to result in fire.

Fix: Dealers will re-route the LPG hose. Owner notification began march 16, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.

2001 Winnebago Minnie Winnie problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires2
Visibility1

Most reported parts

  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
  • Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 10,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Winnebago Minnie Winnie complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Visibility · at 30,000 miles · reported Sep 13, 2004
9/10/04 traveling west in 2001 minnie winnie, model 331 c. Window in the cab-over section of the motorhome imploded. No vehicles in immediate area and nothing heard hitting window. Window was tempered glass and completely shattered into small pieces and tiny shards of glass. Because window had curtain drawn, driver and passenger were spared being covered with glass. Although agains the law to do so, have seen many children riding up in this section of class c motorhomes an cab over campers. They would have probably lost their eyesight. A call to the manufacturer of the motorhome was met with…
Tires · at 10,000 miles · reported May 27, 2003
The tread on one of my tires separated while driving on the open road at about 60 MPH. The tire is not serviceable. Here are the details. Mileage on tire - 10,000 miles. Tire brand - firestone steel tex radial r4s II. Tire size - lt225/75r16 115/112r m/s. Dot number - 8x1l 1x1 3000. Vehicle - 2001 winnebago minnie winnie 27p built on ford e450 chassis. Vehicle was lightly loaded with driver and one passenger on board. Tire was located on right rear axle on outside. Tire pressure was checked about 2 hours before failure occurred and was set at the specified cold pressure of 80 PSI. Tire came as…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Winnebago Minnie Winnie have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Winnebago Minnie Winnie: 03V-405 (equipment), 01V-128 (seat belts), 01V-006 (fuel system, other). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Winnebago Minnie Winnie?

Owners report tires problems most often (2 reports), followed by visibility (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 10,000 miles.

Are Winnebago recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Winnebago dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.