Winnebago Ekko 2021

Complaint Information: Recalls, Service Bulletins, OBD II Codes

NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 250338 [USA]: Without a functioning blind spot monitoring system, the driver may be unaware of a vehicle in their blind spot, which can increase the risk of a crash.
    Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2023 ekko motorhomes. The blind spot monitoring system may fail without warning to the driver.
    dealers will install a new blind spot monitoring system, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed february 16, 2024. Owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.

  • Recall 248764 [USA]: Overloaded electrical circuits that damage components increase the risk of a fire.
    Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2023 ekko motorhomes. The 12-volt charging system may have improperly routed wires and loose electrical connections, which can overload the electrical circuits and cause damage to electrical components, including the auxiliary alternator.
    dealers will inspect and correct the wire routing and electrical connections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 30, 2023. Owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 174.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.

  • Recall 214494 [USA]: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
    Winnebago industries, inc. (winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2023 ekko vehicles. The quick disconnect fittings in the lp gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
    dealers will replace the quick disconnect fittings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 22, 2022. Owners may contact winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.

  • Recall 189084 [USA]: If the seat belt retractor locks, a passenger may believe they are trapped in the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
    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."
    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.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.

  • Recall 2021411 [Canada]: Seats and restraints
    Issue: on certain motorhomes, the seat belts on the double seat may not been installed correctly. As a result, the seat belt retractor may lock up when the vehicle is on a slight incline. If this happens, it may be difficult to release the seat belt buckle. Safety risk: a seat belt that is difficult to remove could delay exiting the vehicle in an emergency. This could increase the risk of injury. Corrective actions: winnebago will notify owners by mail and instruct you to contact freedman seating company to coordinate recall repairs.

  • Recall 2022269 [Canada]: Accessories
    Issue: on certain motorhomes, a quick disconnect fitting on the propane (lp) hose for the outside cooktop may be defective. As a result, the fitting could crack and leak propane. Safety risk: a propane gas leak could create the risk of a fire or explosion. Corrective actions: winnebago will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take the propane hose for the outdoor cooktop to a winnebago dealership. The dealer will replace the hose assembly, free of charge. Winnebago recommends that you should not use the outdoor cooktop until this recall is completed.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • 7SB002-24-01A - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Service bulletin sent to all winnebago dealers. Bulletin outlines the characteristics of new roof sealant being used.
  • 7SB005-23-01A - STRUCTURE: Service bulletin sent to all winnebago dealers. Bulletin advises of a manufacturing change to the shower surround sealant process for all units.
  • 7SB009-22-02A - EQUIPMENT: Service bulletin sent to all dealers. This bulletin advises dealers they no longer need to email winnebago the signed vehicle registration form, but they should retain a copy for their records.
  • 7SB009-22-01A - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Service bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides information on the new warranty mileage limit for class b units.
  • 7SB009-21-02A - EQUIPMENT: Service bulletin to dealers reminding them to understand their state's lemon law and to comply with winnebago motorhome mandates outlined in the policy & procedure manual.
  • 7SB010-21-01Z - EQUIPMENT: Service bulletin to dealers advising them of part sales training opportunities.
  • 7SB014-21-01A - EQUIPMENT: General parts and service letter to dealers detailing the warranty part return procedure.

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