1998 Winnebago Brave Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1998 Winnebago Brave recalls

Most common 1998 Winnebago Brave problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	1
Equipment	1
Suspension	1
Tires	1

What owners report

2002-09-16, Tires
WILL FOLLOW UP ON REQUEST FROM DOT FOR PHOTOS OF TIRES NEXT WEEK. CHEVROLET TRUCK DIVISION IS AWARE OF THE FACT THAT THE WINNEBAGO 'BRAVE' PACKAGE IS TOO HEAVY FOR THE CHASSIS. MY PRELIMINARY RESULTS INDICATE THAT, WITH THE LIQUIDS CAPACITY @ 50% AND 3 ADULTS, THIS VEHICLE'S MANUFACTURERS AXLE RATING IS EXCEEDED BY 1600 POUNDS ON THE FRONT AXLE AND BY 2000 POUNDS ON THE REAR AXLE. WILL OBTAIN SLIPS FROM CERTIFIED SCALES AND FORWARD TO YOUR OFFICE THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 16.*AK

2000-02-04, Suspension
VEHICLE WANDERS ALOT ON THE ROAD ON A DIP OR ON ANY UNEVEN ROAD CONDITIONS. CONSUMER WILL CONTACT DEALER. *AK

1999-11-12, Equipment
MAGIC CHIEF OVEN; THE OVEN DOES NOT BURN ALL THE WAY AROUND, AND THE CONTROL VALVES STICK, NOT ALLOWING THE BURNERS TO TURN ON/OFF. THE DEALER REPLACED THE PARTS THREE TIMES. *AK

1999-04-19, Power Train
TRANSMISSION FAILED (TWICE). *YC

1998 Winnebago Brave questions

Does the 1998 Winnebago Brave have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Winnebago Brave: Equipment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Winnebago Brave?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1), Equipment (1), Suspension (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Winnebago Brave has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.