2017 Winnebago View Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other View years
- Not enough data 17th of 22 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2017 Winnebago View. That ranks 17th out of 22 View model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electronic stability control (esc) (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 24,500 miles. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 Winnebago View 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 100% | 24,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 100% | 24,500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 100% | 24,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2017 Winnebago View recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Winnebago Era, Travato, Fuse, View, Trend, Aspect, Paseo, Via, Adventurer, Journey, Tour, and Grand Tour motorhomes. These vehicles have an auxiliary solar charging port circuit that is not fused.
Risk: If solar panels are connected and they exceed the amperage capacity of the circuit, the unprotected circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will install an inline 15 amp fuse into the auxiliary solar charging port circuit, free of charge. Winnebago issued interim notifications to owners on December 4, 2018. The recall began June 5, 2019. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.
Equipment
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:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.; electrical system
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Winnebago View, VIA, ERA, and Itasca Navion motorhomes. The affected vehicles have an Axxess radio volume control module that may interfere with the chassis electrical system.
Risk: The Axxess radio volume control module can affect electrical system functions, possibly causing an engine shutdown, power loss, illumination of malfunction indicator warning lights, and interfere with the restraint system. These scenarios can increase the risk of crash or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will remove the Axxess radio volume control module, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2017. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885.
Seats
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2017 Winnebago View and Itasca Navion motorhomes manufactured March 21, 2016, to September 15, 2016. The affected vehicles may have loose driver and front passenger seat mounting bolts, possibly allowing the seats to detach from the mounting pedestals.
Risk: If the seat detaches from the mounting pedestal, it can increase the risk of injury and crash.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the seat mounting bolts to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2016. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:water heater
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2017 Winnebago View, and Itasca Navion motor coaches manufactured November 16, 2015, to June 23, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the grommet around the liquid propane (LP) line may not be properly sealed to prevent carbon monoxide and/or LP gas from entering the living quarters.
Risk: If carbon monoxide or LP gas enters the living quarters, it can increase the risk of illness or death to the occupants.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will apply sealant to the grommet opening to seal the LP line, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 141.
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.
Abs and esp warning lights came on during vacation trip while traveling on interstate, inactivating those systems as well as cruise control. The check engine light also came on. A visit to the mercedes-benz dealer in knoxville, tn, resulted in replacement of right front wheel speed sensor. One…
Other Winnebago View years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 View | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 View | 2 | 2 |
| 2025 View | 3 | 6 |
| 2024 View | 1 | 5 |
| 2023 View | 5 | 6 |
| 2022 View | 14 | 7 |
| 2021 View | 8 | 7 |
| 2020 View | 9 | 7 |
| 2019 View | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 View | 5 | 2 |
| 2017 | 1 | 5 |
| 2016 View | 4 | 4 |
| 2015 View | 2 | 4 |
| 2014 View | 2 | 3 |
| 2013 View | 3 | 4 |
| 2012 View | 1 | 3 |
| 2011 View | 2 | 2 |
| 2010 View | 1 | 4 |
| 2009 View | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 View | 3 | 3 |
| 2007 View | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 View | 22 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Winnebago View?
Owners most often report electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, wheels problems. The top one, electronic stability control (esc), accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Winnebago View?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 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 2017 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.