While moving slowly, approximately 3 MPH, the right rear wheel, hub, and brake assembly became completely detached from the vehicle. Close inspection shows a failure of the rear axle end piece which supports the rear axle bearing. In addition to the loss of the wheel, tearing away of brake lines LED to a complete loss of braking ability, including emergency brake. Discussion with other rialta owners has identified numerous other instances of axle end-piece cracking or detachment. Updated 2/12/14
The worst 1997 Winnebago Rialta problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
- Wheels1
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- Brakes1
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Winnebago Rialta 6
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers
- Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers
- Service Bulletin sent to all dealers
- Service Bulletin to dealers reminding them to understand their state's Lemon Law and to comply with...
- Service Bulletin to dealers advising them of part sales training opportunities.
- General Parts and Service Letter to dealers detailing the warranty part return procedure.
What 1997 Winnebago Rialta owners say
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Questions about the 1997 Winnebago Rialta
Is the 1997 Winnebago Rialta reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 Winnebago Rialta, fewer than a typical Rialta model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Winnebago Rialta?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Winnebago Rialta have?
No recalls on record.
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