Winnebago Journey Problems by Year
NHTSA has 46 owner complaints and 32 safety recalls on file for the Winnebago Journey, across 26 model years (1996–2023). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is structure.
Winnebago Journey years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Journey year: 2004. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 Journey: 11 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2005 Journey: 6 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2003 Journey: 5 complaints, 4 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1996 Journey: 1 complaint, 6 recalls
- 2002 Journey: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
- 2006 Journey: 1 complaint, 7 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Winnebago Journey problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 12 | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Equipment | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Tires | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Winnebago Journey model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Journey | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2022 Journey | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2019 Journey | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2018 Journey | 1 | 4 | — | Wheels | |
| 2017 Journey | 3 | 4 | — | Structure | |
| 2016 Journey | 1 | 6 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2015 Journey | 0 | 4 | — | — | |
| 2014 Journey | 0 | 4 | — | — | |
| 2013 Journey | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2012 Journey | 1 | 2 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2011 Journey | 2 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2010 Journey | 2 | 2 | — | Equipment | |
| 2009 Journey | 0 | 4 | — | — | |
| 2008 Journey | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2007 Journey | 4 | 5 | — | Structure | |
| 2006 Journey | 1 | 7 | — | Visibility | |
| 2005 Journey | 6 | 4 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2004 Journey | 11 | 4 | — | Equipment | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2003 Journey | 5 | 4 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2002 Journey | 1 | 3 | — | Visibility | |
| 2001 Journey | 2 | 4 | — | Tires | |
| 2000 Journey | 3 | 4 | — | Tires | |
| 1999 Journey | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 1998 Journey | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 1997 Journey | 2 | 4 | — | Steering | |
| 1996 Journey | 1 | 6 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Winnebago Journey years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2004 (11) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Journey year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Winnebago Journey?
Structure, with 12 complaints across 8 model years.
How many recalls does the Winnebago Journey have?
32 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.