RE: the federal safety agency recalls 22V‑696 and 23V-62 While parked at a State Camp Ground the Carefree Awning opened violently. If someone had been standing outside near the Van they surely would have bee hit/injured. Conditions; Sunny afternoon, no Wind, Flat surface. I am the 2nd Owner of the Winnebago Travato Camper Van. Through my own research prior to buying the Van I was aware that there had been issues with the Carefree Awnings. The Seller of my Van completed the recalls with repairs at the dealership where the Van was purchased. I am concerned that the issue does not seem to be completely resolved. I contacted Winnebago and La Mesa RV in the Phoenix AZ area for assistance. La Mesa RV replied directing me to Contact Winnebago.....no response yet. I am hoping that this report will further the investigation as to why Winnebago has not simply replaced the defective awnings with a comparable and SAFE product.
The worst 2020 Winnebago Travato problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Tires1
Problems by type
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Recalls 4
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- What is wrong
- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Travato motorhomes. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.
- Risk
- An awning that extends during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a parking brake interlock module, and update the awning firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1‑574‑585‑6939 or 1‑800‑537‑1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 176. This recall replaces and expands the federal safety agency Recall 22V‑696. Motorhomes previously repaired under 22V‑696 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Recall number 23V627000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Travato, 2021-2023 Solis, and 2022-2023 Ekko motorhomes, equipped with certain Cummins Onan QG 2800i, and Onan QG 2800i EVAP generator sets. The fuel hose between the fuel filter and Injection Pump Module (IPM) may not be properly secured, which can cause a gas leak.
- Risk
- A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel hose and clamps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1‑641‑585‑6939 or 1‑800‑537‑1885.
Recall number 23V307000 · Recall details
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- What is wrong
- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Winnebago Travato motorhomes. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.
- Risk
- An awning that extends during transit, may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an on/off switch for the extend/retract awning function, and update firmware, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed October 19, 2022. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1‑641‑585‑6939 or 1‑800‑537‑1885. This recall is superseded by Winnebago recall 23V627.
Recall number 22V696000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Travato and 2021-2022 Boldt vehicles. The wire harness may have been built incorrectly, resulting in the loss of over-current protection.
- Risk
- Loss of over-current protection can cause the wires to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Owners are instructed to not drive their vehicle until the Volta Power System is disabled. Dealers will replace the harness and inspect the electrical connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 26, 2021. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1‑641‑585‑6939 or 1‑800‑537‑1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 164.
Recall number 21V793000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Winnebago Travato 10
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Service Campaign sent to dealers and customers advising of the need to have the secondary alternator cable...
- Service Bulletin sent to dealers advising of the required legal verbiage each RO should document.
- Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers
- New Safety Recall/Stop Sale Notification sent to all dealers regarding an upcoming recall on retractable...
- Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers
- Service Bulletin sent to all dealers
- Service bulletin sent to 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 2020 Winnebago Travato owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The LT 225/ 75R 16 rear driver and passenger tires started shredding on my 2020 Winnebago Travato at around 12,000 miles. First the rear driver side one and then about 300 miles later the rear passenger. I drove only on well paved roads, mostly highway, and kept it under a RV carport in my garage when not in use
My vehicle is a 2020 Winnebago Travato GL; on a 2019 RAM Promaster Chassis. Winnebago installs a second alternator that charges to Volta system's Lithium Battery Pack (A GL Model has lithium batteries). Winnebago routes the wiring harness for this 2nd alternator through passenger side front wheel well. There is the possibility that in sharp turns the tire will rub on the wiring harness, thus damaging it. Other Travato owners have identified this rubbing issue (on a Travato Owner's Facebook group). I noticed the outer sheath on the main cable is damaged as result of turning the wheels all the way to the left.
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Questions about the 2020 Winnebago Travato
Is the 2020 Winnebago Travato reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2020 Winnebago Travato, close to a typical Travato model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Winnebago Travato?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is tires (1).
How many recalls does the 2020 Winnebago Travato have?
4 recalls, covering equipment, fuel system, gasoline and electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Winnebago Travato electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 21V793000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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