2013 Winnebago View Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 13, 2020 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other View years
Not enough data 9th of 22 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Winnebago View. That ranks 9th out of 22 View model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 65 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2013 Winnebago View problems

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

Electrical System1 · ~65 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~14,603 mi
Equipment1
Service Brakes1 · ~14,603 mi
Unknown or Other1
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~14,603 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System133%65——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)133%14,603——
Equipment133%———
Service Brakes133%14,603——
Unknown or Other133%———
Vehicle Speed Control133%14,603——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2018, with 1 complaints
2018: 1201812019: 1201912020: 120201

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 Winnebago View recalls (4)

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Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:lines and fittingsAug 15, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V532000 · 1,654 vehicles

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.

EquipmentDec 7, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V782000 · 17,360 vehicles

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.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systemsOct 6, 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V625000 · 8,842 vehicles

Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Winnebago Era, Travato, View, Trend, Via, Journey, and Tour motorhomes and Itasca Navion, Viva, Reyo, Meridian, and Elipse motorhomes manufactured June 26, 2012, to August 26, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the high pressure liquid propane (LP) hose may harden and result in an LP leak at the crimp fitting.

Risk: An LP leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LP hose, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2015. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535.

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.

Driving on a remote highway in upper peninsula of michigan at 55mph, the cruise control ceased to function, creating fluctuation in engine speed and erratic transmission shifting. The following warning lamps appeared: brake system, including abs and esp. Closest mercedes benz repair facility was…

Service Brakes · received Oct 13, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11364205

Both side tail lamp bulb socket are melted and no stop light

Electrical System · received Jul 1, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11228779

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 winnebago view profile. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v782000 (equipment); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The kidde…

Unknown or Other · received Mar 16, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11079790

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Winnebago View?

Owners most often report electrical system, electronic stability control (esc), equipment problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Winnebago View?

Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2013 Winnebago View a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other View model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.