2020 Winnebago Vista problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 Winnebago Vista.
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- Ford Motorhome Chassis (Incomplete - Stripped Chassis): 1 of 1 decoded VINs · 0 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2020 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
Electrical System #19V811000 · 2019 · 638 units
Problem: Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2020 itasca vista, sunstar, and adventurer 35f motorhomes. an electrical connector was mounted directly on the floor instead of to a standoff backet as intended.
Risk: If the floor gets wet where the electrical connection is mounted, there is an increased risk of an electrical short and fire.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will correctly mount the electrical connector onto a metal standoff bracket, free of charge. the recall began december 10, 2019. owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. winnebago's number for this recall is 160.
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.
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.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 1 NHTSA owner complaint. Complaints are unverified.
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Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Winnebago Vista have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Winnebago for the 2020 Vista. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2020 Winnebago Vista problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is structure.