Winnebago Brave SE problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 1998–2001: 2 recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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What owners complain about (all years)
Recent recalls
Seat Belts #01V128004 · 2001 · 4,370 units
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.
Seat Belts #00V273004 · 2000 · 6,550 units
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 and replace the defective buckle assemblies.
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