2021 Winnebago Travato recalls and problems

The 2021 Winnebago Travato has 6 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Winnebago dealer.

Recalls
6
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2021 Winnebago Travato vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2021 Winnebago Travato recalls

Recall 23V-627: Equipment, Structure

Reported Sep 8, 2023 · 8,583 vehicles affected · Winnebago Industries, Inc.

Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Travato motorhomes. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.

Risk: An awning that extends during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a parking brake interlock module, and update the awning firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-574-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 176. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 22V-696. Motorhomes previously repaired under 22V-696 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Recall 23V-307: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Apr 28, 2023 · 6,536 vehicles affected · Winnebago Industries, Inc.

Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Travato, 2021-2023 Solis, and 2022-2023 Ekko motorhomes, equipped with certain Cummins Onan QG 2800i, and Onan QG 2800i EVAP generator sets. The fuel hose between the fuel filter and Injection Pump Module (IPM) may not be properly secured, which can cause a gas leak.

Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel hose and clamps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.

Recall 23V-049: Equipment

Reported Feb 3, 2023 · 9,720 vehicles affected · Winnebago Industries, Inc.

Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Solis, 2021-2023 Travato, and 2022-2023 Ekko motorhomes, equipped with certain Suburban Manufacturing Company (Suburban) SDS2 2-Burner Drop-in Cooktops with part number 3032AST. The internal aluminum burner tubes that connect to the gas valves may fracture and cause a gas leak.

Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Winnebago will work with Suburban to repair the cooktop, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.

Recall 22V-696: Structure, Equipment

Reported Sep 16, 2022 · 6,540 vehicles affected · Winnebago Industries, Inc.

Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Winnebago Travato motorhomes. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.

Risk: An awning that extends during transit, may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install an on/off switch for the extend/retract awning function, and update firmware, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed October 19, 2022. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. This recall is superseded by Winnebago recall 23V627.

Recall 21V-793: Electrical System

Reported Oct 12, 2021 · 267 vehicles affected · Winnebago Industries, Inc.

Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Travato and 2021-2022 Boldt vehicles. The wire harness may have been built incorrectly, resulting in the loss of over-current protection.

Risk: Loss of over-current protection can cause the wires to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Owners are instructed to not drive their vehicle until the Volta Power System is disabled. Dealers will replace the harness and inspect the electrical connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 26, 2021. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 164.

Recall 21V-480: Seat Belts

Reported Jun 25, 2021 · 1,566 vehicles affected · Winnebago Industries, Inc.

Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Solis, Travato, and Ekko vehicles, equipped with GE-ES Double Flipseats. The seat belt retractors may lock up when the vehicle is on a slight incline. As such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Risk: If the seat belt retractor locks, a passenger may believe they are trapped in the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Winnebago will work with Freedman to notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat and repair, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-614-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885 or Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.

2021 Winnebago Travato problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure2
Electrical System2
Unknown or Other1
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,019 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2021 Winnebago Travato complaints

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

Electrical System · reported Feb 14, 2024
The VIN is a RAM Promaster, but it is a Winnebago Travato 2022KL built on the Promaster chassis. Winnebago routed the electrical cables from the engine compartment to the Volta battery system through the passenger wheel well. When making a left turn, the tires rub on the cable and wear away the protective sheathing, leaving the wires exposed. This can cause a failure of the battery system, or worse, a fire. Mine is not an isolated incident, as many other Travato owners have reported this issue.
Structure · at 15,000 miles · reported Nov 29, 2022
The contact owns a 2021 Winnebago Travato built on a 2021 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V696000 (Structure, Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the awning unintentionally extended. The contact stated that the awning had unfurled and one of the arms had sheared off from the mounting point on the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to a dealer however, it was not repaired due to the parts not being available. The contact received the notification one month…
Unknown or Other · at 1,000 miles · reported May 8, 2021
Approximately 5 times since the rv was purchased 10 months ago, I've heard a motor sound while I'm driving. After hearing it several times, I believe that the sound comes from the carefree awning, attached to the side of the van. It sounds like the awning is trying to extend, then retract, while I'm driving.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Winnebago Travato have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2021 Winnebago Travato: 23V-627 (equipment, structure), 23V-307 (fuel system, gasoline), 23V-049 (equipment), 22V-696 (structure, equipment), 21V-793 (electrical system) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Winnebago Travato?

Owners report structure problems most often (2 reports), followed by electrical system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,019 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.