2015 Winnebago Brave Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Brave years
- Not enough data 10th of 23 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Winnebago Brave. That ranks 10th out of 23 Brave model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 2,000 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Winnebago Brave problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 50% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 50% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 50% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 50% | 2,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2015 Winnebago Brave recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:turn signal
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Tour, 2013-2018 Journey, 2014-2022 Forza, 2015-2016 Brave, 2015-2019 Grand Tour, 2015-2021 Vista, 2016-2018 Adventurer, Sightseer, 2016-2021 Commercial Vehicle, 2018-2021 Intent, Sunstar, 2018-2020 Horizon, Itasca 2013-2017 Ellipse, Meridian, 2014-2017 Solei, 2015-2016 Tribute, 2015-2018 Sunstar, 2016-2018 Suncruiser, and Sunova motorhomes. The turn signals may have a smaller than required luminous lens area. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: A small lens can make it difficult for other drivers to see the turn signal, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact Winnebago Customer Care at 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 189.
Equipment
Problem: 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, Navion, Cambria, Tribute, Sunstar, Sunova, Suncruiser, Solei, Meridian, Elipse, Horizon, Reyo, and Via motorhomes. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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 at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Winnebago Brave, Sightseer, Vista and Adventurer motorhomes and Itasca Tribute, Sunova, Sunstar, and Suncruiser motorhomes manufactured from July 13, 2015, through October 6, 2015. The affected vehicles, built on Ford chassis, can be shifted out of 'PARK' without applying the brakes, due to an incorrect shift cable bracket and an improper shift cable adjustment.
Risk: If the vehicle can be shifted into reverse without the brakes being applied, the vehicle may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and Ford dealers will replace the transmission shift control bracket and adjust the transmission shift cable, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535 or Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Latches/locks/linkages
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Winnebago Vista, Brave, Trend, Minnie Winnie, and Itasca Sunstar, Tribute, Viva!, and Spirit vehicles manufactured March 18, 2013, to November 18, 2014. Due to a manufacturing issue, the deadbolt locks installed on the vehicles may become stuck in a locked position.
Risk: A stuck deadbolt could potentially trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair deadbolts as needed, free of charge. Winnebago issued an interim notification to owners on August 21, 2015. The recall began on November 4, 2015. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535, or TriMark customer service at 1-641-394-3188.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
3 of the 4 brake calipers were found have significant leaks and needed to be replaced. Vehicle was purchased new. *tr
While climbing a steep grade, entire vehicle started to shake due to continuous engine power surge. Vehicle is still being diagnosed, but is believed to be caused by wiring damaged caused during assemble of housing to chassis. *tr
Other Winnebago Brave years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Brave | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 Brave | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 Brave | 0 | 3 |
| 2015 | 2 | 4 |
| 2014 Brave | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 Brave | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 Brave | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 Brave | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 Brave | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 Brave | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 Brave | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 Brave | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 Brave | 0 | 3 |
| 2004 Brave | 7 | 5 |
| 2003 Brave | 12 | 6 |
| 2002 Brave | 16 | 5 |
| 2001 Brave | 6 | 7 |
| 2000 Brave | 9 | 6 |
| 1999 Brave | 4 | 1 |
| 1998 Brave | 4 | 1 |
| 1997 Brave | 3 | 1 |
| 1996 Brave | 0 | 3 |
| 1995 Brave | 3 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Winnebago Brave?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, service brakes problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Winnebago Brave?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Winnebago Brave a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Brave model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.