2013 Winnebago Vista Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2013 Winnebago Vista has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (3 reports).

4Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2013 Winnebago Vista recalls

Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire

Recall 17V782Dec 7, 201717,360 vehicles affected

Certain Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers in these motorhomes may become clogged, making them hard to activate or preventing them from discharging as expected.

Equipment

Recall 13V162Apr 26, 2013523 vehicles affected

Steering

Recall 12V453Sep 14, 20122 vehicles affected

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Gear Position Indication (Prndl)

Recall 12V057Feb 16, 20122,841 vehicles affected

Most common 2013 Winnebago Vista problems

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

Problem areaReports
Steering3
Structure1
Equipment1
Visibility1

What owners report

2021-06-28, Visibility
The contact owns a 2013 Winnebago Vista. The contact stated that a crack had formed on the lower passenger’s side of the windshield without warning. The crack to the windshield obstructed his vision while driving. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who informed him that a significant amount of rust had formed around the windshield frame therefore, the windshield could not be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 39,200.
2014-01-10, Steering
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 WINNEBAGO VISTA 30T. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OVER 50 MPH IT WOULD DRIFT FROM SIDE TO SIDE. MODIFICATIONS WERE PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE WHICH INCLUDED ADDING EXTRA TORSION BARS TO THE REAR AND FRONT SUSPENSION WHICH CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ACKNOWLEDGE A DEFECT TO THE VEHICLE. NOR DID THEY OFFER ANY SOLUTIONS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100.
2013-07-05, Steering
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 WINNEBAGO VISTA XT RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE SWAYED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC RESTING, WHO DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE. THE CONTACT WAS REFERRED TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE AFTERMARKET TORSION BARS WERE INSTALLED TO THE FRAME, RESOLVING THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 6,200.
2013-05-13, Steering
2013 WINNEBAGO VISTA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE UNSTABLE STEERING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE RV HAS ROLL, SWAY, WANDER AND TRUCK PUSH PROBLEMS. THE RV WAS ALREADY VULNERABLE DUE TO ITS HEIGHT, WEIGHT AND SIZE. IT WAS RECOMMENDED IT THE RV DIDN'T HAVE IMPROVED STEERING CONTROL, IT SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN OR 60 MPH, AND LESS WITH INCREASED WINDS.

2013 Winnebago Vista questions

Does the 2013 Winnebago Vista have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2013 Winnebago Vista: Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Equipment; Steering; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Gear Position Indication (Prndl). Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Winnebago Vista?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (3), Structure (1), Equipment (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Winnebago Vista 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.

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