NHTSA vehicle safety data
2017 Winnebago Travato Recalls & Complaints
The 2017 Winnebago Travato has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Winnebago dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2017 Winnebago Travato. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2017 Winnebago Travato owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2017 Winnebago Travato, describing incidents dated January 17, 2018.
Most-cited components
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Service Brakes 1 complaint
The complaint on file reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11074314 · Filed
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 WINNEBAGO TRAVATO. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE RV EXPERIENCED AN INTERNAL COACH ELECTRICAL FIRE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THE RV WAS TAKEN TO NIELSON RV (341 E. SUNLAND DR, ST GEORGE, UT 84790, (435) 652-1111) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FIRE…
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2017 Winnebago Travato in 1 investigation. Audit Queries and Equipment Queries are administrative investigations: they look at whether companies complied with federal vehicle safety requirements, such as reporting, recall and certification rules, not at a possible vehicle defect. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Audit Query AQ17-003: Lazydays RV Retail Delivery Issue
Closed June 13, 2022
Awning May Extend Unintentionally
NHTSA #23V627000 · Structure — Body · NHTSA notice
Reported September 8, 2023 · Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 8,583 vehicles
Repair completion: 38.27% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Winnebago campaign 176 · Owners notified April 4, 2024
Defect description
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Travato motorhomes. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.
Safety consequence
An awning that extends during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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 to have the new remedy completed.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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.
Propane Hose may Rupture after Brake Line Contact
NHTSA #17V108000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — LPG Systems — Lines and Fittings · NHTSA notice
Reported February 20, 2017 · Winnebago Industries, Inc
Potentially affected: 1,058 vehicles
Repair completion: 73.7% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified March 6, 2017 · Vehicles built April 17, 2015 – January 24, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Travato recreational vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may contact the emergency brake cable, potentially damaging it and causing it to leak propane.
Safety consequence
A propane leak can increase the risk of a fire or an explosion.
Manufacturer remedy
Winnebago will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vehicles, repositioning and securing the LP hose to avoid contact with the brake cable, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2017. 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.
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 Travato model years
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