2013 WINNEBAGO SIGHTSEER

4 recalls, 3 complaints - 10 TSBs

17V782000 Dec 7, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Winnebago Era, Travato, Minnie Winnie, Fuse, View, Trend, Aspect, Brave, Vista, Sightseer, Adventurer, Forza, Journey, Tour, Revel, Paseo, Chalet, Access, and Intent motorhomes and Commercial vehicles, and 2013-2018 Itasca Spirit,... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Winnebago will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for replacement or aftermarket fire extinguishers, free of charge. The recall began on January 19, 2018. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online... Read more
17,360 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Winnebago Industries, Inc
13V162000 Apr 26, 2013
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Winnebago Access, Aspect, Sightseer, Vista, Adventurer, Forza and Itasca Impulse, Cambria, Sunova, Sunstar, Suncruiser motorhomes manufactured February 20, 2013, through April 25, 2013. If the awning installation seque... Read more
Consequence
If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Winnebago will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with a design that is not subject to an out-of-sequence installation error. The recall began on July 17, 2013. Owners may contact Winnebago at 1-800-537-1885 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners a... Read more
523 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Winnebago Industries Inc.
13V161000 Apr 24, 2013
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Winnebago Industries is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Minnie Winnie, Aspect, Sightseer, Adventurer, and Journey motorhomes; and model year 2012-2014 Itasca Spirit, Cambria, Sunova, Suncruiser, and Meridian motorhomes. The affected vehicles were manufactured January 10, 2012, through April ... Read more
Consequence
A missing range enclosure may allow the gas range flame to be extinguished due to air flow. In such a case, propane gas will continue to flow without a flame. If propane continues to flow, in the presence of an ignition source, it may suddenly combust resulting in a fire and/or personal injury.
Remedy
Winnebago notify owners and dealers will install a range enclosure, free of charge. The safety recall began on May 20, 2013. Owners may contact Winnebago at 1-641-585-3535. Winnebago's recall campaign number is 128.
1,918 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Winnebago Industries, Inc
12V057000 Feb 16, 2012
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Defect Description
WINNEBAGO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 WINNEBAGO AND ITASCA MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON A FORD F-53 CHASSIS. THE ‘PRNDL’ CABLE MAY BREAK AT THE ATTACHMENT TO THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL SELECTOR ARM ASSEMBLY MOUNTED ON THE STEERING COLUMN. IF THE CABLE BREAKS, THE TRANSMISSION GEAR INDICATOR ... Read more
Consequence
AN INCORRECT GEAR INDICATION IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL MAY PREVENT THE DRIVER FROM KNOWING IF THEY ARE IN PARK OR REVERSE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
WINNEBAGO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR ARM ASSEMBLY AND THE ‘PRNDL’ CABLE ASSEMBLY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 2, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES OWNER RELATIONS AT 1-641-585-6939.
2,841 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC.

Complaint Statistics

3 total complaints 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
SEAT BELTS1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 26, 2025
Incident date: Jun 25, 2025
ABS module failure causing electrical issues and making car unsafe to drive. Spedometer works intermitently, jeep become unresponsive. Been on jeep forums and realized im not alone in having this issue or the long wait for the replacement module incidicating high depend for replacements
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 26, 2025
Incident date: Jun 25, 2025
Vehicle Information Make: Lexus Model: TX350 Luxury Year: 2025 Mileage: 580 miles VIN: [XXX] Summary of Complaint At just 580 miles, my brand-new Lexus TX350 Luxury's AC failed on first use. I heard hissing and saw oil residue under the hood. The Clearwater, FL dealership diagnosed it as a punctur... Read more
SEAT BELTS May 7, 2014
Incident date: Apr 14, 2014
WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THROUGH AN ARIZONA TOWN AT 35 MPH THE LIGHT TURNED TO RED JUST WITHIN BREAKING DISTANCE. IN ORDER TO COME TO A STOP IN FRONT OF THE STOP LINE, I HAD TO BRAKE HARDER THAN USUAL. THIS CAUSED THE PASSENGER TO BE SLAMMED INTO THE SAFETY BELT AND INJURED. THE SAFETY BELT CA... Read more
1 injured

Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 WINNEBAGO SIGHTSEER

10 manufacturer communications from 8 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT5
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS1
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY1
160000 STRUCTURE1
7SB009-24-01A Apr 5, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Service Bulletin sent to dealers advising of the required legal verbiage each RO should document.
7SB002-24-01A Feb 23, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin outlines the characteristics of new roof sealant being used.
7SB005-23-01A Sep 19, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin advises of a manufacturing change to the shower surround sealant process for all units.
7SB009-22-02A May 31, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin sent to all dealers. This bulletin advises dealers they no longer need to email Winnebago the signed Vehicle Registration Form, but they should retain a copy for their records.
7SB009-21-02A Jul 14, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin to dealers reminding them to understand their state's Lemon Law and to comply with Winnebago Motorhome mandates outlined in the Policy & Procedure Manual.
7SB010-21-01Z Jul 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin to dealers advising them of part sales training opportunities.
7SB014-21-01A Mar 26, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
General Parts and Service Letter to dealers detailing the warranty part return procedure.
63-04 Apr 12, 2013
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Service Campaign sent to Dealers and Customers outlining the procedure to inspect and reroute if necessary the motoraid hoses in the engine compartment. The hose may come in contact with the manifold.
63-04 Apr 12, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Campaign sent to Dealers and Customers outlining the procedure to inspect and reroute if necessary the motoraid hoses in the engine compartment. The hose may come in contact with the manifold.
63-04 Apr 12, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Campaign sent to Dealers and Customers outlining the procedure to inspect and reroute if necessary the motoraid hoses in the engine compartment. The hose may come in contact with the manifold.

NHTSA Safety Investigations, WINNEBAGO SIGHTSEER

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE15011 Opened: Apr 6, 2015 , Closed: Jan 8, 2016
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2012
Entry Step Failures
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on a Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) which reported an injury related to the unintentional deployment of the electric entry step on a subject vehicle.The owner reported to Winnebago that the steps extended while in motion.Se... Read more

WINNEBAGO SIGHTSEER - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the WINNEBAGO SIGHTSEER across all model years (1996, 2018).

97 Total Recalls
76 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
1 Reported Crashes
8 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

WINNEBAGO SIGHTSEER - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2018 3 0 View
2017 3 1 View
2016 6 0 View
2015 5 0 View
2014 4 0 View
2013 (current) 4 3
2012 3 3 View
2011 2 0 View
2010 2 2 View
2009 6 0 View
2008 6 1 View
2007 9 5 View
2006 10 4 View
2005 5 8 View
2004 6 15 View
2003 8 17 View
2002 5 17 View
2001 4 0 View
2000 2 0 View
1999 1 0 View
1998 1 0 View
1997 1 0 View
1996 1 0 View

Other WINNEBAGO Models

Model Recalls Complaints
ADVENTURER 128 271 View
VIEW 110 136 View
VISTA 108 41 View
JOURNEY 101 62 View
ERA 90 20 View
MINNIE 75 36 View
MINNIE WINNIE 74 76 View
TRAVATO 74 44 View