2021 Winnebago Travato Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Travato years
- Not enough data 2nd of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 6 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Winnebago Travato. That ranks 2nd out of 14 Travato model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 2,019 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 6 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 6safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 Winnebago Travato 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 | 2 | 50% | 2,019 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 50% | 8,510 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 25% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 25% | 1,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2021 Winnebago Travato recalls (6)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer; structure:body
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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 NHTSA Recall 22V-696. Motorhomes previously repaired under 22V-696 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Equipment:appliance:oven/stove/cooktop
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Solis, 2021-2023 Travato, and 2022-2023 Ekko motorhomes, equipped with certain Suburban Manufacturing Company (Suburban) SDS2 2-Burner Drop-in Cooktops with part number 3032AST. The internal aluminum burner tubes that connect to the gas valves may fracture and cause a gas leak.
Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Winnebago will work with Suburban to repair the cooktop, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer; structure:body
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Electrical system:wiring
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Seat belts:rear/other:retractor
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Solis, Travato, and Ekko vehicles, equipped with GE-ES Double Flipseats. The seat belt retractors may lock up when the vehicle is on a slight incline. As such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk: If the seat belt retractor locks, a passenger may believe they are trapped in the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Winnebago will work with Freedman to notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat and repair, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-614-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885 or Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.
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.
The VIN is a RAM Promaster, but it is a Winnebago Travato 2022KL built on the Promaster chassis. Winnebago routed the electrical cables from the engine compartment to the Volta battery system through the passenger wheel well. When making a left turn, the tires rub on the cable and wear away the…
The contact owns a 2021 Winnebago Travato built on a 2021 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V696000 (Structure, Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the awning…
Approximately 5 times since the rv was purchased 10 months ago, i've heard a motor sound while i'm driving. After hearing it several times, i believe that the sound comes from the carefree awning, attached to the side of the van. It sounds like the awning is trying to extend, then retract, while…
On 2/20/21 i purchased a 2021 winnebago travato from mike thompson rv in santa fe springs as a gift to myself before going completely blind from retinitis pigmentosa (final road trips). The vehicle was to be delivered to my property in idyllwild, ca on 2/24/21. The evening of 2/23/21 i received a…
Other Winnebago Travato years
← 2020 Travato · 2022 Travato →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Travato | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 Travato | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 Travato | 2 | 2 |
| 2023 Travato | 3 | 4 |
| 2022 Travato | 8 | 6 |
| 2021 | 4 | 6 |
| 2020 Travato | 3 | 4 |
| 2019 Travato | 2 | 4 |
| 2018 Travato | 0 | 4 |
| 2017 Travato | 1 | 5 |
| 2016 Travato | 4 | 6 |
| 2015 Travato | 1 | 8 |
| 2014 Travato | 0 | 6 |
| 2013 Travato | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Winnebago Travato?
Owners most often report electrical system, structure, equipment problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Winnebago Travato?
Yes, 6 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2021 Winnebago Travato a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Travato model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.