2012 Winnebago VIA Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other VIA years
- Not enough data 2nd of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Winnebago VIA. That ranks 2nd out of 11 VIA model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 4,088 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Winnebago VIA 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% | 4,088 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 50% | 59,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 50% | 4,088 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 50% | 59,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Winnebago VIA recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:lines and fittings
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) 2012-2013 Winnebago Era, View, and Via motorhomes and Itasca Navion and Reyo motorhomes. The high pressure liquid propane hoses may harden at the crimp fitting, possibly resulting in a propane leak.
Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the propane hose, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 17, 2018. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 151.
Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
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.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:lines and fittings
Problem: Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Winnebago and Itasca motor homes. A cutting machine may have scored the copper propane tubing resulting in unknown long-term reliability.
Risk: If the copper tubing fails, propane can escape leading to a fire or explosion which can result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the copper tubing, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2012. Owners 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.
See attached documents
While driving on interstate 94 approximately 23 august 2011, and surrounded by semi truck traffic i experienced a rapid deceleration of my vehicle without any warning. In addition, the traffic was so tight, and due to the rapid deceleration rate, i barely escaped being hit from the rear by an…
Other Winnebago VIA years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 VIA | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 VIA | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 VIA | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 VIA | 0 | 3 |
| 2015 VIA | 1 | 2 |
| 2014 VIA | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 VIA | 0 | 3 |
| 2012 | 2 | 3 |
| 2011 VIA | 3 | 1 |
| 2010 VIA | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 VIA | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Winnebago VIA?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Winnebago VIA?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 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 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.