2011 Winnebago VIA Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 5, 2012 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other VIA years
Not enough data 1st of 11 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Winnebago VIA. That is the most of any VIA model year in the database (11 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (3 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,400 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 Winnebago VIA problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling3 · ~1,400 mi
Visibility1 · ~1,400 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling3100%1,400——
Visibility133%1,400——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2010, with 2 complaints
2010: 2201022011: 120111

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2011 Winnebago VIA recalls (1)

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Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakersDec 3, 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V559000 · 2,495 vehicles

Problem: Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 model Era motorhomes, 2010-2013 Via and Itasca Reyo motorhomes, and 2011-2013 View and Itasca Navion motorhomes; manufactured November 13, 2007, through August 20, 2012. The proper fuses were not installed for the refrigerator circuits.

Risk: Without the proper fuse, heat can build which could lead to a vehicle fire.

Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuses. The recall began on December 21, 2012. Consumers may contact Winnebago Industries owner relations at 1-641-585-6939.

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.

Update on prior complaint for 2011 reyo. Problem not turbo resonator. Water entering engine from area of hood under windshield, shorting egr and filling air filter. After 5 repairs, finally addressed with rubber gasket for hood, and metal cover for egr. Still getting water on airfilter as hood not…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Mar 18, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10392137

I purchased a new winnebago via motor home (built on a mercedes benz sprinter chassis) in august 2010. On short trips (10 to 20 miles) the check engine light would tum on. About a week after this started the check engine light came on and did not tum off. I contacted a dealer for repair advice and…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Nov 29, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10368837

Tl* contact owns a 2011 winnebago via rv. The contact stated while driving 10 to 20 mph, the check engine light illuminated for a period of time before remaining illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but was not repaired. On a later date while driving 60 mph, the vehicle would…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Nov 8, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10364400

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Winnebago VIA?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, visibility problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Winnebago VIA?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2011 Winnebago VIA a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VIA model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.