2021 Winnebago Revel problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Winnebago Revel.
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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
Electrical System #20V474000 · 2020 · 156 units
Problem: Winnebago industries, inc (winnebago) is recalling certain 2021 revel motorhomes. these motorhomes have an auxiliary alternator belt that may wear and detach.
Risk: If the auxiliary alternator belt disengages, the engine serpentine belt may also disengage causing an immediate loss of power steering control increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will coordinate the inspection and proper alignment of the belt pulleys, free of charge. the recall began september 21, 2020. owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885. winnebago's number for this recall is 162.
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.
Structure #22V863000 · 2022 · 4,521 units
Problem: Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2023 revel motorhomes. the retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.
Risk: An awning extending unintentionally during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a power switch and a relay to the bt12 module, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 20, 2023. owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. winnebago's number for this recall is 171.
Electrical System #23V663000 · 2023 · 4,968 units
Problem: Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2024 revel motorhomes. the cables near the lithium batteries may contact the battery hold-down brackets, which can damage the cables and cause a short circuit.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will reroute the current carrying cables and secure them, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed november 28, 2023. owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. winnebago's number for this recall is 178.
Air Bags, Electrical System #24V318000 · 2024 · 15,572 units
Problem: Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2025 revel, 2020-2025 navion, porto, view, vita, 2022-2023 adventure van, and 2024-2025 ekko motorhomes. supplemental restraint system (srs) wires can be caught in the seat mechanism when the driver or passenger seats are adjusted.
Risk: Damaged wires can prevent air bags from deploying in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and re-route the wiring, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 26, 2024. owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. winnebago's number for this recall is 185.
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 Revel have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls filed by Winnebago for the 2021 Revel. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2021 Winnebago Revel problems?
In 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is structure.