2018 WINNEBAGO ERA Complaints and Recall Information
The 2018 WINNEBAGO ERA has 0 complaints and 6 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to equipment defects, specifically with overhead cabinet shelves and roof racks, as well as safety equipment such as seat belts and fire extinguishers. Electrical system faults involving unprotected circuits for auxiliary solar charging have also been reported in recall notices.
Six recalls affect this model, addressing defects in various systems including safety equipment, seating, electrical components, and exterior hardware. These recalls focus on preventing injury and crash risks through repairs and part replacements offered free of charge.
Recalls- Overhead cabinet shelf. Recall 19V042000 affects 3,351 units where the overhead cabinet shelf may detach due to improper attachment. This can cause cabinet contents to fall into the cab area, posing a distraction or injury risk. The fix includes installing support brackets, additional screws, and a warning label.
- Seat belt anchorage. Recall 20V659000 covers 1,806 vehicles with incorrectly installed weld nuts on seat belt brackets, reducing retention strength. This compromises passenger protection in crashes. Dealers will inspect units and install serrated flange nuts to correct the defect.
- Auxiliary solar charging circuit. Recall 18V546000 involves 6,700 motorhomes with an unfused auxiliary solar charging port, risking fire if amperage capacity is exceeded. The remedy adds a 15 amp inline fuse to the circuit.
- Roof rack installation. Recall 18V274000 applies to 293 vehicles with roof racks that may have incorrect fasteners, increasing the chance of detachment and road hazards. Dealers will add screws next to rivets to secure the racks.
- Fire extinguisher malfunction. Recall 17V782000 impacts 17,360 units equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers that may clog or require excessive force to activate. Nozzles may detach, causing injury and inoperability. Owners are instructed to obtain replacements from Kidde at no charge.
Owners dealing with multiple repairs or unresolved safety defects related to recalls may have rights under their state lemon law. Consulting a qualified attorney familiar with vehicle defect cases could help clarify legal options.
2018 WINNEBAGO ERA Summary
2018
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
29510
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2018 WINNEBAGO ERA
1806 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS
Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2012-2021 Era 170X vehicles. The weld nut was installed on the wrong side of the bracket where the shoulder belt attaches, reducing the retention strength of the seat belt.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the shoulder belt upper anchorage may not provide adequate protection to the passenger, increasing the risk of injury.
2018 WINNEBAGO ERA
3351 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Winnebago ERA motorhomes. The overhead cabinet shelf may have been improperly attached, allowing the cabinet face to detach and fall into the cab area.
Risk: If the cabinet shelf detaches, contents from the cabinet may hit and/or distract the driver, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
2018 WINNEBAGO ERA
293 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
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.
2018 WINNEBAGO ERA
6700 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
2018 WINNEBAGO ERA
17360 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
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
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Complaints
No complaints found.