Winnebago Chieftain years to avoid
No model year of the Winnebago Chieftain stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Winnebago Chieftain years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Winnebago Chieftain complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Winnebago Chieftain problems
All model years combined.
- Body7
- Tires2
- Fuel system2
- Electrical2
- Brakes2
- Steering1
- Seat belts1
- Lights1
- Engine1
Winnebago Chieftain problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | - | 1 | Body | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2000 | - | 4 | Body | 5 | 0 | ||
| 1999 | - | 13 | Body | 29,605 | 3 | 1 | |
| 1998 | - | 4 | Brakes | 3 | 0 |
Recalls 10
Questions about the Winnebago Chieftain
What years of the Winnebago Chieftain should you avoid?
No single model year of the Winnebago Chieftain has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Winnebago Chieftain?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Winnebago Chieftain?
Body, with 7 complaints across all years, followed by tires (2) and fuel system (2).
How many recalls does the Winnebago Chieftain have?
10 recalls between 1998 and 2002. The 2000 model year has the most, with 5.
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