2017 WINNEBAGO FORZA Complaints and Recall Information
The 2017 WINNEBAGO FORZA has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to exterior lighting, hood latch components, and storage compartment doors. Safety equipment such as fire extinguishers is also involved in some recalls.
The vehicle is subject to five recalls affecting lighting, structural components of the hood, door latches, and onboard safety equipment. These recalls involve multiple systems that could impact both vehicle operation and occupant safety.
Recalls- Turn signal lighting. NHTSA recall 24V733000 affects 17,329 vehicles. The turn signals may have a smaller than required luminous lens area, reducing visibility to other drivers. Dealers will replace the turn signals free of charge. Interim owner letters were mailed November 27, 2024, with a second notice pending when the final remedy is ready.
- Hood latch bracket adhesive. NHTSA recall 24V826000 affects 11,982 vehicles. Incorrect adhesive application can cause the hood bracket to detach, posing a road hazard and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and repair as needed at no cost. Owner notifications began January 31, 2025.
- Hood hinge and attachments. Also under NHTSA recall 24V826000 affecting 11,982 vehicles, the hood hinge may detach due to faulty adhesive, creating a road hazard. Inspection and repairs are performed free of charge by dealers. Notification started January 31, 2025.
- Exterior storage compartment door. NHTSA recall 19V512000 affects 766 vehicles. The door may open unexpectedly while driving, risking objects falling onto the road and causing accidents. Dealers will install a new latch and adjust the catch. Interim notification was sent August 14, 2019. Remedies began September 29, 2020.
- Fire extinguisher malfunction. NHTSA recall 17V782000 affects 17,360 vehicles. Kidde plastic-handle or push-button extinguishers may clog or require excessive force to activate; nozzles may detach causing injury and rendering them inoperable. Owners will be instructed to contact Kidde for free replacement extinguishers. The recall started January 19, 2018.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues related to safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consultation with a consumer protection attorney could clarify those rights and potential remedies.
2017 WINNEBAGO FORZA Summary
2017
Model Year
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Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
47437
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2017 WINNEBAGO FORZA
17329 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
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.
2017 WINNEBAGO FORZA
11982 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
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.
2017 WINNEBAGO FORZA
766 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Forza motorhomes. The exterior storage compartment door may unexpectedly open while the vehicle is in motion.
Risk: If the storage compartment door opens while the vehicle is in motion, other drivers may swerve to avoid hitting the compartment door, or objects falling from within, increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 WINNEBAGO FORZA
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.