CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Winnebago Travato has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).
2021 Winnebago Travato recalls
Awning May Extend While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2017-2024 Winnebago Travato motorhomes may have a retractable awning that extends unintentionally during transit.
Fuel Hose May Leak and Cause Fire in Motorhome Generator
The fuel hose between the fuel filter and the Injection Pump Module in certain Onan QG 2800i generator sets may not be properly secured.
Gas Leak in Cooktop Burner Tube Can Cause Fire
The internal aluminum burner tubes that connect to the gas valves in certain cooktops may crack or break, which can cause a gas leak.
Awning May Extend Unexpectedly While Driving
The retractable awning on certain Travato motorhomes may extend on its own while the vehicle is in transit.
Wiring May Overheat and Cause a Fire; Stop Driving
Some of these motorhomes may have a wire harness that was built incorrectly, so it may have lost its over-current protection.
Rear Seat Belt Retractor May Lock on Inclines
Certain 2021-2022 Winnebago Solis, Travato, and Ekko motorhomes have rear seats equipped with GE-ES Double Flipseats.
Most common 2021 Winnebago Travato problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
The VIN is a RAM Promaster, but it is a Winnebago Travato 2022KL built on the Promaster chassis. Winnebago routed the electrical cables from the engine compartment to the Volta battery system through the passenger wheel well. When making a left turn, the tires rub on the cable and wear away the protective sheathing, leaving the wires exposed. This can cause a failure of the battery system, or worse, a fire. Mine is not an isolated incident, as many other Travato owners have reported this issue.
The contact owns a 2021 Winnebago Travato built on a 2021 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V696000 (Structure, Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the awning unintentionally extended. The contact stated that the awning had unfurled and one of the arms had sheared off from the mounting point on the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to a dealer however, it was not repaired due to the parts not being available. The contact received the notification one month after the failure had occurred. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amoun
APPROXIMATELY 5 TIMES SINCE THE RV WAS PURCHASED 10 MONTHS AGO, I'VE HEARD A MOTOR SOUND WHILE I'M DRIVING. AFTER HEARING IT SEVERAL TIMES, I BELIEVE THAT THE SOUND COMES FROM THE CAREFREE AWNING, ATTACHED TO THE SIDE OF THE VAN. IT SOUNDS LIKE THE AWNING IS TRYING TO EXTEND, THEN RETRACT, WHILE I'M DRIVING.
ON 2/20/21 I PURCHASED A 2021 WINNEBAGO TRAVATO FROM MIKE THOMPSON RV IN SANTA FE SPRINGS AS A GIFT TO MYSELF BEFORE GOING COMPLETELY BLIND FROM RETINITIS PIGMENTOSA (FINAL ROAD TRIPS). THE VEHICLE WAS TO BE DELIVERED TO MY PROPERTY IN IDYLLWILD, CA ON 2/24/21. THE EVENING OF 2/23/21 I RECEIVED A PHONE CALL FROM [XXX] THE FINANCE MGR THAT THE GENERATOR IS BROKEN. I SAID THAT'S OUTRAGEOUS' IT'S BRAND NEW. THEY DELIVERED THE RV WITHOUT THE GENERATOR ON 2/24/21 AND THEIR DRIVER HAD AN ACCIDENT WITH THE RV ON ROUTE TO MY HOME ' THE DRIVER CONTACTED ME ON MY CELL PHONE DISGRUNTLED THAT HE WAS CAUGHT IN TRAFFIC. I SAID, 'YES IN CALIFORNIA DURING RUSH HOUR THERE IS OFTEN TRAFFIC.' HE HUNG UP ON ME.
2021 Winnebago Travato questions
Does the 2021 Winnebago Travato have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2021 Winnebago Travato: Awning May Extend While Driving, Raising Crash Risk; Fuel Hose May Leak and Cause Fire in Motorhome Generator; Gas Leak in Cooktop Burner Tube Can Cause Fire; Awning May Extend Unexpectedly While Driving; Wiring May Overheat and Cause a Fire; Stop Driving. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Winnebago Travato?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2), Electrical System (2), Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Winnebago Travato 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.