2021 Winnebago Adventurer problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Winnebago Adventurer.
Built on
- Ford Motorhome Chassis (Incomplete - Stripped Chassis): 8 of 8 decoded VINs · 0 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2021 Motorhome Chassis
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints. For motorhomes, engine, brake and steering recalls are filed by the chassis maker and are not counted in the Winnebago recalls above. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see both.
Recalls filed by Winnebago
Equipment #20V703000 · 2020 · 242 units
Problem: Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2021 revel, vista, sunstar, and adventurer motorhomes. the power bed motor may experience an internal gear failure, causing the bed to extend prior to the safety strap engaging.
Risk: A bed that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury or death.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power bed motor, free of charge. the recall began december 16, 2020. owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. winnebago's number for this recall is 164.
Latches/Locks/Linkages, Structure #24V826000 · 2024 · 11,982 units
Problem: Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2014-2018 sightseer, itasca sunova, 2016-2025 forza, vista, and itasca/winnebago sunstar, 2015-2025 adventurer, 2015-2024 commercial vehicle, 2015-2028 itasca suncruiser, and 2016-2017 itasca solei recreational vehicles. the hood bracket adhesive may have been incorrectly applied which can allow the bracket to detach.
Risk: A detached hood bracket may become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters began being mailed january 31, 2025. owners may contact winnebago at 1-800-537-1885. winnebago's number for this recall is 192.
Exterior Lighting #26V177000 · 2026 · 1,446 units
Problem: Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2017 brave, 2019 itasca sunova, 2019-2022 adventurer, and 2022 sunstar motorhomes. the front turn signals may have a smaller than required luminous lens area. as such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk: A small lens can make it difficult for other drivers to see the turn signal, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed may 8, 2026. owners may contact winnebago customer care at 1-800-537-1885. winnebago's number for this recall is 203.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 8 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Winnebago Adventurer have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Winnebago for the 2021 Adventurer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2021 Winnebago Adventurer problems?
In 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is service brakes.