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2016 Winnebago Brave problems & recalls

NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Winnebago Brave.

3Winnebago recalls
0owner complaints
0reported crashes
0reported fires
0injuries

Recalls filed by Winnebago

Power Train #15V664000 · 2015 · 297 units

Problem: Winnebago industries, inc (winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 winnebago brave, sightseer, vista and adventurer motorhomes and itasca tribute, sunova, sunstar, and suncruiser motorhomes manufactured from july 13, 2015, through october 6, 2015. the affected vehicles, built on ford chassis, can be shifted out of 'park' without applying the brakes, due to an incorrect shift cable bracket and an improper shift cable adjustment.

Risk: If the vehicle can be shifted into reverse without the brakes being applied, the vehicle may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and ford dealers will replace the transmission shift control bracket and adjust the transmission shift cable, free of charge. the recall began on november 12, 2015. owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535 or ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

Equipment #17V782000 · 2017 · 17,360 units

Problem: Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2013-2018 winnebago era, travato, minnie winnie, fuse, view, trend, aspect, brave, vista, sightseer, adventurer, forza, journey, tour, revel, paseo, chalet, access, and intent motorhomes and commercial vehicles, and 2013-2018 itasca spirit, navion, cambria, tribute, sunstar, sunova, suncruiser, solei, meridian, elipse, horizon, reyo, and via motorhomes. these vehicles are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. additionally, in certain models, the

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde for replacement or aftermarket fire extinguishers, free of charge. the recall began on january 19, 2018. owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535, or kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information.

Exterior Lighting #24V733000 · 2024 · 17,329 units

Problem: Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2013-2017 tour, 2013-2018 journey, 2014-2022 forza, 2015-2016 brave, 2015-2019 grand tour, 2015-2021 vista, 2016-2018 adventurer, sightseer, 2016-2021 commercial vehicle, 2018-2021 intent, sunstar, 2018-2020 horizon, itasca 2013-2017 ellipse, meridian, 2014-2017 solei, 2015-2016 tribute, 2015-2018 sunstar, 2016-2018 suncruiser, and sunova motorhomes. the 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 april 17, 2026. owners may contact winnebago customer care at 1-800-537-1885. winnebago's number for this recall is 189.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners complain about

No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.

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FAQ

Does the 2016 Winnebago Brave have recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Winnebago for the 2016 Brave. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.

What are the most common 2016 Winnebago Brave problems?

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.