2018 Winnebago Travato problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Winnebago Travato.
Recalls filed by Winnebago
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.
Equipment #18V274000 · 2018 · 293 units
Problem: Winnebago industries, inc (winnebago) is recalling certain 2018 winnebago travato and 2018-2019 winnebago era, and revel recreational vehicles. the roof rack may not have been installed with the correct fasteners, possibly resulting in the roof rack detaching from the vehicle while moving.
Risk: If the roof rack detaches while moving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will add a screw adjacent to each rivet, free of charge. the recall began on may 29, 2018. owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. winnebago's number for this recall is 150.
Electrical System #18V546000 · 2018 · 6,700 units
Problem: Winnebago industries, inc (winnebago) is recalling certain 2016-2019 winnebago era, travato, fuse, view, trend, aspect, paseo, via, adventurer, journey, tour, and grand tour motorhomes. these vehicles have an auxiliary solar charging port circuit that is not fused.
Risk: If solar panels are connected and they exceed the amperage capacity of the circuit, the unprotected circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will install an inline 15 amp fuse into the auxiliary solar charging port circuit, free of charge. winnebago issued interim notifications to owners on december 4, 2018. the recall began june 5, 2019. owners may contact winnebago customer service 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.
Equipment, Structure #23V627000 · 2023 · 8,583 units
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 t
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 2018 Winnebago Travato have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls filed by Winnebago for the 2018 Travato. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2018 Winnebago Travato problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.