Model year record

2013 Winnebago Vista recalls & problems

The 2013 Winnebago Vista has 4 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is steering (3 complaints).

Recalls4safety recalls

Complaints4filed by owners

Crashes · fires0 · 0reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths0 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

EquipmentDec 7, 2017

Equipment

Recall 17V78200017,360 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.

EquipmentApr 26, 2013

Equipment

Recall 13V162000523 vehicles

Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Winnebago Access, Aspect, Sightseer, Vista, Adventurer, Forza and Itasca Impulse, Cambria, Sunova, Sunstar, Suncruiser motorhomes manufactured February 20, 2013, through April 25, 2013. If the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowningly become damaged. A damaged motor may lead to an unfurling of the awning.
Risk: If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with a design that is not subject to an out-of-sequence installation error. The recall began on July 17, 2013. Owners may contact Winnebago at 1-800-537-1885 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

SteeringSep 14, 2012

Steering

Recall 12V4530002 vehicles

Problem: Winnebago is recalling a model year 2013 Winnebago and 2013 Itasca motor home built on a Ford F-53 chassis. The steering gear bracket may have been secured with nuts that may damage the bolts due to an incompatibility between the installation torque and the nut finish.
Risk: The bolts may fracture, leading to separation of the steering gear and thus a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: These vehicles have been repaired prior to being sold, therefore an owner notification notice will not be issued. Consumers may contact Winnebago Industries owner relations at 1-641-585-6939.

Power trainFeb 16, 2012

Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (prndl)

Recall 12V0570002,841 vehicles

Problem: WINNEBAGO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 WINNEBAGO AND ITASCA MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON A FORD F-53 CHASSIS. THE ÂPRNDLÂ CABLE MAY BREAK AT THE ATTACHMENT TO THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL SELECTOR ARM ASSEMBLY MOUNTED ON THE STEERING COLUMN. IF THE CABLE BREAKS, THE TRANSMISSION GEAR INDICATOR IN THE ÂPRNDLÂ DISPLAY IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL REMAIN IN THE FIRST GEAR POSITION REGARDLESS OF THE GEAR SELECTED.
Risk: AN INCORRECT GEAR INDICATION IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL MAY PREVENT THE DRIVER FROM KNOWING IF THEY ARE IN PARK OR REVERSE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: WINNEBAGO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR ARM ASSEMBLY AND THE ÂPRNDLÂ CABLE ASSEMBLY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 2, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES OWNER RELATIONS AT 1-641-585-6939.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Typical mileage*
Steering	3	—
Structure	1	—
EquipmentRecreational vehicle/trailer	1	—
VisibilityWindshield	1	—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Visibility › Windshield
The contact owns a 2013 Winnebago Vista. The contact stated that a crack had formed on the lower passengerâs side of the windshield without warning. The crack to the windshield obstructed his vision while driving. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who informed him that a significant amount of rust had formed around the windshield frame therefore, the windshield could not be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 39,200.
Apr 1, 2021 · 39,200 miles
Steering
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 WINNEBAGO VISTA 30T. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OVER 50 MPH IT WOULD DRIFT FROM SIDE TO SIDE. MODIFICATIONS WERE PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE WHICH INCLUDED ADDING EXTRA TORSION BARS TO THE REAR AND FRONT SUSPENSION WHICH CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ACKNOWLEDGE A DEFECT TO THE VEHICLE. NOR DID THEY OFFER ANY SOLUTIONS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100.
Apr 3, 2013 · 100 miles
Steering
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 WINNEBAGO VISTA XT RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE SWAYED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC RESTING, WHO DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE. THE CONTACT WAS REFERRED TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE AFTERMARKET TORSION BARS WERE INSTALLED TO THE FRAME, RESOLVING THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 6,200.
Apr 1, 2013 · 100 miles
Steering
2013 WINNEBAGO VISTA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE UNSTABLE STEERING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE RV HAS ROLL, SWAY, WANDER AND TRUCK PUSH PROBLEMS. THE RV WAS ALREADY VULNERABLE DUE TO ITS HEIGHT, WEIGHT AND SIZE. IT WAS RECOMMENDED IT THE RV DIDN'T HAVE IMPROVED STEERING CONTROL, IT SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN OR 60 MPH, AND LESS WITH INCREASED WINDS.
May 1, 2013

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.