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Winnebago Ekko Recall 26V498: Touchscreen Can Start Generator; Carbon Monoxide Risk

NHTSA campaign 26V498, reported July 30, 2026, 96 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The touchscreen display in certain 2024-2025 Ekko motorhomes may register unintended or phantom inputs and turn the generator on without the operator knowing. A running generator in an enclosed space, such as a garage, can expose people to carbon monoxide, which may cause injury or death.

Until the repair is done, owners are advised to park the vehicle outside whenever the generator could be running. Winnebago will release a free over-the-air software update to correct the problem. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026.

To get help, contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885 and reference recall number 208. The repair is free at an authorized dealer, and you can check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V498Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Problem
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Ekko motorhomes. The touchscreen display may register unintended or phantom inputs and turn the generator on without the operator's knowledge.
Risk
People in an enclosed space, such as a garage, with a running generator may be at an increased risk of injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside until the repair has been performed. Winnebago will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 208.

Affected vehicles

Winnebago Ekko20242025