NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 Winnebago Aspect Recalls & Complaints
The 2016 Winnebago Aspect has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Winnebago dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 Winnebago Aspect. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2016 Winnebago Aspect owner complaints
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Winnebago Aspect, describing incidents dated July 28, 2017 to March 8, 2018.
Most-cited components
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Structure 1 complaint
Of the 2 complaints on file, 1 reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11090466 · Filed
WHILE DRIVING DOWN I-95 IN THE STATE OF GEORGIA, THE CLOSED VENT WINDOW, ON THE BODY OF THE MOTOR HOME DIRECTLY BEHIND THE DRIVER'S DOOR, HAD AN APPARENT ADHESIVE FAILURE WHERE THE WINDOW ATTACHES TO THE CRANK MECHANISM AND BLEW OFF THE MOTOR HOME. FORTUNATELY, THERE WERE NO VEHICLES IN THE PATH OF…
ODI #11012656 · Filed
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 WINNEBAGO ASPECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTORHOME WAS INCLUDED IN A RECALL THAT REQUIRED THE TRANSFER SWITCH TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSFER SWITCH RECENTLY CAUGHT ON FIRE AND EXTINGUISHED ON ITS OWN. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE…
Solar Charging Port Circuit is not Fused
NHTSA #18V546000 · Electrical System · NHTSA notice
Reported August 17, 2018 · Winnebago Industries, Inc
Potentially affected: 6,700 vehicles
Repair completion: 51.35% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified June 5, 2019 · Vehicles built November 18, 2014 – July 13, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
If solar panels are connected and they exceed the amperage capacity of the circuit, the unprotected circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
NHTSA #17V782000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported December 7, 2017 · Winnebago Industries, Inc
Potentially affected: 17,360 vehicles
Repair completion: 36.94% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified January 19, 2018 · Vehicles built October 12, 2012 – December 4, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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 nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Loose Electrical Connection may Overheat
NHTSA #16V598000 · Electrical System · NHTSA notice
Reported August 12, 2016 · Winnebago Industries, Inc
Potentially affected: 3,826 vehicles
Repair completion: 70.67% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified September 22, 2016 · Vehicles built May 6, 2014 – April 22, 2016 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Itasca Cambria, 2015-2017 Winnebago ERA, Travato, Fuse, Aspect, and Vista recreational vehicles, and 2015-2017 Itasca Sunstar recreational vehicles manufactured May 6, 2014, to April 22, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a electrical connection to the automatic transfer switch (ATS) that may not be properly tightened.
Safety consequence
A loose power connection may cause a build up of heat at the connection, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the electrical connection, replacing the ATS box and switch, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on September 22, 2016. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Winnebago Aspect model years
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