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24V541000 Jul 18, 2024 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:SOLAR PANEL

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Ekko motorhomes. The solar charging system was incorrectly designed without sufficient over-current protection, which can allow t...

24V024000 Jan 18, 2024 LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ekko motorhomes. The blind spot monitoring system may fail without warning to the driver.

23V637000 Sep 15, 2023 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2022 Ekko, 2020-2022 Minnie Winnie, Spirit, 2020-2022 View, Navion, and 2020-2021 Vita, and Porto motorhomes. An incorrect hitch label was ...

23V307000 Apr 28, 2023 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Travato, 2021-2023 Solis, and 2022-2023 Ekko motorhomes, equipped with certain Cummins Onan QG 2800i, and Onan QG 2800i EVAP gener...

23V234000 Mar 31, 2023 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 overloa...

23V049000 Feb 3, 2023 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:OVEN/STOVE/COOKTOP

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Solis, 2021-2023 Travato, and 2022-2023 Ekko motorhomes, equipped with certain Suburban Manufacturing Company (Suburban) SDS2 2-Bu...

22V313000 May 9, 2022 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS

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.

21V942000 Dec 6, 2021 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2022 Ekko vehicles. The shower and sink drainage system may leak and allow water to infiltrate nearby electrical components, which could ca...

21V480000 Jun 25, 2021 SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

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 ...

Complaints

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Nov 2, 2025 Electrical System

The Balmar alternator installed on our RV, which provides electrical power to charge the coach battery started a noticeable whine at idle, it stopped providing a charge to the coach battery, and upon further inspection, after opening the hood, we noticed a faint burning electrical smell. To conf...

Nov 2, 2025 Electrical System

The Balmar alternator installed on our RV, which provides electrical power to charge the coach battery started a noticeable whine at idle, it stopped providing a charge to the coach battery, and upon further inspection, after opening the hood, we noticed a faint burning electrical smell. To conf...

Oct 11, 2025 Electrical System

October 10, 2025. The vehicle is a 2022 Winnebago EKKO RV on a 2021 Ford Transit with 49,000 miles. The incident occurred after driving the vehicle for about 5 minutes with outside temperatures around 50 degrees Fahrenheit and noticed an unusual high pitch whine. When I opened the hood the Balmar MC...

Oct 11, 2025 Engine

October 10, 2025. The vehicle is a 2022 Winnebago EKKO RV on a 2021 Ford Transit with 49,000 miles. The incident occurred after driving the vehicle for about 5 minutes with outside temperatures around 50 degrees Fahrenheit and noticed an unusual high pitch whine. When I opened the hood the Balmar MC...

Oct 11, 2025 Electrical System

October 10, 2025. The vehicle is a 2022 Winnebago EKKO RV on a 2021 Ford Transit with 49,000 miles. The incident occurred after driving the vehicle for about 5 minutes with outside temperatures around 50 degrees Fahrenheit and noticed an unusual high pitch whine. When I opened the hood the Balmar MC...

Oct 11, 2025 Engine

October 10, 2025. The vehicle is a 2022 Winnebago EKKO RV on a 2021 Ford Transit with 49,000 miles. The incident occurred after driving the vehicle for about 5 minutes with outside temperatures around 50 degrees Fahrenheit and noticed an unusual high pitch whine. When I opened the hood the Balmar MC...

Sep 17, 2025 Unknown Or Other

SUMMARY: Propane leaks from outside LP hose when factory zip-tie failed resulting in LP hose detached and damaged from rubbing against the tire. 2022 Winnebago EKKO. DETAILS: RV has a LP hose that routes above the passenger side rear tires from the propane tanks to other locations of the RV. This...

Sep 17, 2025 Equipment

SUMMARY: Propane leaks from outside LP hose when factory zip-tie failed resulting in LP hose detached and damaged from rubbing against the tire. 2022 Winnebago EKKO. DETAILS: RV has a LP hose that routes above the passenger side rear tires from the propane tanks to other locations of the RV. This...

Sep 17, 2025 Fuel System, Other

SUMMARY: Propane leaks from outside LP hose when factory zip-tie failed resulting in LP hose detached and damaged from rubbing against the tire. 2022 Winnebago EKKO. DETAILS: RV has a LP hose that routes above the passenger side rear tires from the propane tanks to other locations of the RV. This...

Sep 17, 2025 Unknown Or Other

SUMMARY: Propane leaks from outside LP hose when factory zip-tie failed resulting in LP hose detached and damaged from rubbing against the tire. 2022 Winnebago EKKO. DETAILS: RV has a LP hose that routes above the passenger side rear tires from the propane tanks to other locations of the RV. This...

Sep 17, 2025 Equipment

SUMMARY: Propane leaks from outside LP hose when factory zip-tie failed resulting in LP hose detached and damaged from rubbing against the tire. 2022 Winnebago EKKO. DETAILS: RV has a LP hose that routes above the passenger side rear tires from the propane tanks to other locations of the RV. This...

Sep 17, 2025 Fuel System, Other

SUMMARY: Propane leaks from outside LP hose when factory zip-tie failed resulting in LP hose detached and damaged from rubbing against the tire. 2022 Winnebago EKKO. DETAILS: RV has a LP hose that routes above the passenger side rear tires from the propane tanks to other locations of the RV. This...

Jul 8, 2025 Tires

The front driver side tire (Hankook Dynapro HT 205/75R16) on our RV suddenly caused a wobbly ride while driving. Upon close inspection we noticed a bulge which had formed on the tread of the tire. We then noticed a large part of the side wall and tread to start separating on the inside of the tire. ...

Jul 8, 2025 Tires

The front driver side tire (Hankook Dynapro HT 205/75R16) on our RV suddenly caused a wobbly ride while driving. Upon close inspection we noticed a bulge which had formed on the tread of the tire. We then noticed a large part of the side wall and tread to start separating on the inside of the tire. ...

Mar 27, 2025 Electrical System

This is to report a failure after NHTSA campaign number 23V234000 was addressed by Winnebago through their campaign number 174. I had the fix performed by Winnebago at their factory service center about 20k miles ago and the alternator failed again with the exact same symptoms. This is my 5th alte...

Mar 27, 2025 Electrical System

This is to report a failure after NHTSA campaign number 23V234000 was addressed by Winnebago through their campaign number 174. I had the fix performed by Winnebago at their factory service center about 20k miles ago and the alternator failed again with the exact same symptoms. This is my 5th alte...

Feb 3, 2025 Electrical System

1The stock Balmar alternator failed on or around [XXX]. That alternator was replaced on or about November 22, 2022 by a certified Winnebago service center in Connecticut. 2The second failed on or about [XXX] following Service Campaign 7303 work performed at Forest City. It was replaced under the 17...

Feb 3, 2025 Electrical System

1The stock Balmar alternator failed on or around [XXX]. That alternator was replaced on or about November 22, 2022 by a certified Winnebago service center in Connecticut. 2The second failed on or about [XXX] following Service Campaign 7303 work performed at Forest City. It was replaced under the 17...

Dec 15, 2024 Engine

The vehicle is a 2021 Ford Transit with a 2022 Winnebago Ekko RV. The incident occurred when I started the engine and noticed an unusual high pitch whine. When I opened the hood the Balmar unit was extremely hot with a strong burning smell. Since the Ekko models have had numerous reports of secon...

Dec 15, 2024 Electrical System

The vehicle is a 2021 Ford Transit with a 2022 Winnebago Ekko RV. The incident occurred when I started the engine and noticed an unusual high pitch whine. When I opened the hood the Balmar unit was extremely hot with a strong burning smell. Since the Ekko models have had numerous reports of secon...

Dec 15, 2024 Engine

The vehicle is a 2021 Ford Transit with a 2022 Winnebago Ekko RV. The incident occurred when I started the engine and noticed an unusual high pitch whine. When I opened the hood the Balmar unit was extremely hot with a strong burning smell. Since the Ekko models have had numerous reports of secon...

Dec 15, 2024 Electrical System

The vehicle is a 2021 Ford Transit with a 2022 Winnebago Ekko RV. The incident occurred when I started the engine and noticed an unusual high pitch whine. When I opened the hood the Balmar unit was extremely hot with a strong burning smell. Since the Ekko models have had numerous reports of secon...

Nov 21, 2024 Electrical System

The Winnebago factory installed secondary alternator (manufactured by Balmar) responsible for charging the batteries in my motorhome started to whine and overheat. Luckily the week prior, I had read about another EKKO owner experiencing the same symptoms before it created enough smoke that caused th...

Nov 21, 2024 Engine

The Winnebago factory installed secondary alternator (manufactured by Balmar) responsible for charging the batteries in my motorhome started to whine and overheat. Luckily the week prior, I had read about another EKKO owner experiencing the same symptoms before it created enough smoke that caused th...

Nov 21, 2024 Electrical System

The Winnebago factory installed secondary alternator (manufactured by Balmar) responsible for charging the batteries in my motorhome started to whine and overheat. Luckily the week prior, I had read about another EKKO owner experiencing the same symptoms before it created enough smoke that caused th...

Nov 21, 2024 Engine

The Winnebago factory installed secondary alternator (manufactured by Balmar) responsible for charging the batteries in my motorhome started to whine and overheat. Luckily the week prior, I had read about another EKKO owner experiencing the same symptoms before it created enough smoke that caused th...

Nov 19, 2024 Tires

TIRE BLOW OUT AND TREAD SEPERATION AT 70 MPH. 35000 MILES. STARTLING EXPLOSION HARD TO CONTROL BUT MANAGED TO SLOW AND PULL OFF ROAD. HAS HAPPENED TO MANY EKKO OWNERS. NO WARNINGS, TIRES INSPECTED BEFORE TRIP WITH NO INDICATION OF ABNORMALITIES. $1400 IN DAMAGES TO VEHICLE FRONT END.

Nov 19, 2024 Tires

TIRE BLOW OUT AND TREAD SEPERATION AT 70 MPH. 35000 MILES. STARTLING EXPLOSION HARD TO CONTROL BUT MANAGED TO SLOW AND PULL OFF ROAD. HAS HAPPENED TO MANY EKKO OWNERS. NO WARNINGS, TIRES INSPECTED BEFORE TRIP WITH NO INDICATION OF ABNORMALITIES. $1400 IN DAMAGES TO VEHICLE FRONT END.

Oct 8, 2024 Electrical System

8 October 2024 Winnebago Ekko owners are looking for clarification on NHTSA recall 23V-234. The number of owners who have experienced Balmar alternator failure after the recall work is growing. We are among them. A post-recall fire has also been reported (October 6 2024 in Washington State) Ma...

Oct 8, 2024 Electrical System

8 October 2024 Winnebago Ekko owners are looking for clarification on NHTSA recall 23V-234. The number of owners who have experienced Balmar alternator failure after the recall work is growing. We are among them. A post-recall fire has also been reported (October 6 2024 in Washington State) Ma...

Sep 29, 2024 Unknown Or Other

I put Other, as my husband was driving the 2022 EKKO when the sound bar above him fell down...he caught it and had to drive one handed to get to a safe spot to stop. wires were hanging as was the sound bar

Sep 29, 2024 Equipment

I put Other, as my husband was driving the 2022 EKKO when the sound bar above him fell down...he caught it and had to drive one handed to get to a safe spot to stop. wires were hanging as was the sound bar

Sep 29, 2024 Unknown Or Other

I put Other, as my husband was driving the 2022 EKKO when the sound bar above him fell down...he caught it and had to drive one handed to get to a safe spot to stop. wires were hanging as was the sound bar

Sep 29, 2024 Equipment

I put Other, as my husband was driving the 2022 EKKO when the sound bar above him fell down...he caught it and had to drive one handed to get to a safe spot to stop. wires were hanging as was the sound bar

Sep 28, 2024 Electrical System

Winnebago adds a 2nd alternator to the engine for charging the coach/house Lithionics batteries. This 2nd alternator is a Balmer brand. The Balmer alternator suddenly developed a high pitched whine. Once whining it ceased to charge the batteries. The Balmer regulator begins to smoke quickly once the...

Sep 28, 2024 Electrical System

Winnebago adds a 2nd alternator to the engine for charging the coach/house Lithionics batteries. This 2nd alternator is a Balmer brand. The Balmer alternator suddenly developed a high pitched whine. Once whining it ceased to charge the batteries. The Balmer regulator begins to smoke quickly once the...

Sep 14, 2024 Tires

started vibrating Gradually getting worse. Stopped & inspected several times, checked psi, all good. Plenty of tread. No bubbles or delaminating visible on outside. Eventually tire blew apart at 23K. 205/75R16

Sep 14, 2024 Electrical System Fire

Winnebago recall 174 (NHTSA campaign 23V234000) regarding improper electrical wiring design and installation by Winnebago was recently completed on my RV. After completion of this recall I experienced another electrical fire in the engine compartment (my alternator had previously caught fire due to...

Sep 14, 2024 Engine Fire

Winnebago recall 174 (NHTSA campaign 23V234000) regarding improper electrical wiring design and installation by Winnebago was recently completed on my RV. After completion of this recall I experienced another electrical fire in the engine compartment (my alternator had previously caught fire due to...

Sep 14, 2024 Tires

started vibrating Gradually getting worse. Stopped & inspected several times, checked psi, all good. Plenty of tread. No bubbles or delaminating visible on outside. Eventually tire blew apart at 23K. 205/75R16

Sep 14, 2024 Electrical System Fire

Winnebago recall 174 (NHTSA campaign 23V234000) regarding improper electrical wiring design and installation by Winnebago was recently completed on my RV. After completion of this recall I experienced another electrical fire in the engine compartment (my alternator had previously caught fire due to...

Sep 14, 2024 Engine Fire

Winnebago recall 174 (NHTSA campaign 23V234000) regarding improper electrical wiring design and installation by Winnebago was recently completed on my RV. After completion of this recall I experienced another electrical fire in the engine compartment (my alternator had previously caught fire due to...

Aug 1, 2024 Electrical System

Balmar alternator or regulator fails to work as designed. No charging of batteries when idling or driving. This is a Safety Issue because fires have been reported as a result of these electrical system failures. Lithionics (battery) app confirms no charge reaching the batteries, see attached scree...

Aug 1, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Balmar alternator or regulator fails to work as designed. No charging of batteries when idling or driving. This is a Safety Issue because fires have been reported as a result of these electrical system failures. Lithionics (battery) app confirms no charge reaching the batteries, see attached scree...

Aug 1, 2024 Engine

Balmar alternator or regulator fails to work as designed. No charging of batteries when idling or driving. This is a Safety Issue because fires have been reported as a result of these electrical system failures. Lithionics (battery) app confirms no charge reaching the batteries, see attached scree...

Aug 1, 2024 Electrical System

Balmar alternator or regulator fails to work as designed. No charging of batteries when idling or driving. This is a Safety Issue because fires have been reported as a result of these electrical system failures. Lithionics (battery) app confirms no charge reaching the batteries, see attached scree...

Aug 1, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Balmar alternator or regulator fails to work as designed. No charging of batteries when idling or driving. This is a Safety Issue because fires have been reported as a result of these electrical system failures. Lithionics (battery) app confirms no charge reaching the batteries, see attached scree...

Aug 1, 2024 Engine

Balmar alternator or regulator fails to work as designed. No charging of batteries when idling or driving. This is a Safety Issue because fires have been reported as a result of these electrical system failures. Lithionics (battery) app confirms no charge reaching the batteries, see attached scree...

Jul 24, 2024 Electrical System

The prior recall #174 was completed at the Winnebago Factory Service Center in September of 2023. The replacement alternator failed and has now been replaced as a warranty item but the Factory Service Center. This is the 3rd Balmar alternator for this unit. The first replacement was approximately...

Jul 24, 2024 Electrical System

The prior recall #174 was completed at the Winnebago Factory Service Center in September of 2023. The replacement alternator failed and has now been replaced as a warranty item but the Factory Service Center. This is the 3rd Balmar alternator for this unit. The first replacement was approximately...

Jul 2, 2024 Electrical System

40 amp fuse for Solar charger burned. Replaced fuse and fuse holder became too hot to hold with bare hand but didn't blow the fuse. This type of heat causes a risk of fire inside the motorhome. Currently unable to use solar, a significant element of our ability to enjoy the rig.

Jul 2, 2024 Equipment

40 amp fuse for Solar charger burned. Replaced fuse and fuse holder became too hot to hold with bare hand but didn't blow the fuse. This type of heat causes a risk of fire inside the motorhome. Currently unable to use solar, a significant element of our ability to enjoy the rig.

Jul 2, 2024 Electrical System

40 amp fuse for Solar charger burned. Replaced fuse and fuse holder became too hot to hold with bare hand but didn't blow the fuse. This type of heat causes a risk of fire inside the motorhome. Currently unable to use solar, a significant element of our ability to enjoy the rig.

Jul 2, 2024 Equipment

40 amp fuse for Solar charger burned. Replaced fuse and fuse holder became too hot to hold with bare hand but didn't blow the fuse. This type of heat causes a risk of fire inside the motorhome. Currently unable to use solar, a significant element of our ability to enjoy the rig.

Jun 28, 2024 Electrical System

Winnebago serial number: [XXX] This vehicle has already had the recall work done as described in NHTSA Campaign Number 23V-234. This work was performed at NIRVC in Las Vegas on or around February 7, 2024. Their work was excellent, however the Balmar alternator has once again failed. The prior el...

Jun 28, 2024 Electrical System

Winnebago serial number: [XXX] This vehicle has already had the recall work done as described in NHTSA Campaign Number 23V-234. This work was performed at NIRVC in Las Vegas on or around February 7, 2024. Their work was excellent, however the Balmar alternator has once again failed. The prior el...

May 31, 2024 Tires

Belt separation occurred at legal highway speed, specified inflation pressure, and within load parameters of the vehicle. Many other owners have reported the same occurring. The belt separation caused the tire to be out of round and caused severe vibration. We recognized the problem because of simil...

May 31, 2024 Tires

Belt separation occurred at legal highway speed, specified inflation pressure, and within load parameters of the vehicle. Many other owners have reported the same occurring. The belt separation caused the tire to be out of round and caused severe vibration. We recognized the problem because of simil...

Nov 14, 2023 Electrical System

Selling dealer preformed NHTSA #24V942000 Winnebago Ekko Recall # 165 in January 2022. The repair procedure held up delivery of the vehicle for months. A serious defect in their workmanship that could compromise the intended goal of correcting a potential hazard to nearby electrical components was l...

Nov 14, 2023 Electrical System

After numerous prior repairs & recalls related to the Balmar Aux. charging system installed in our Ekko model RV by Winnebago, we again returned to the factory service center for the second time this year to have the latest recall, NHTSA 23V-234 WGO Recall 174 completed. After the third day in the s...

Nov 14, 2023 Electrical System

Selling dealer preformed NHTSA #24V942000 Winnebago Ekko Recall # 165 in January 2022. The repair procedure held up delivery of the vehicle for months. A serious defect in their workmanship that could compromise the intended goal of correcting a potential hazard to nearby electrical components was l...

Nov 14, 2023 Electrical System

After numerous prior repairs & recalls related to the Balmar Aux. charging system installed in our Ekko model RV by Winnebago, we again returned to the factory service center for the second time this year to have the latest recall, NHTSA 23V-234 WGO Recall 174 completed. After the third day in the s...

Sep 15, 2023 Lane Departure

Our blind spot monitoring system failed after going through a rain storm in March 2023. The system no longer functions at all.

Sep 15, 2023 Lane Departure

Our blind spot monitoring system failed after going through a rain storm in March 2023. The system no longer functions at all.

Aug 29, 2023 Lane Departure

Lack of a functioning blind spot monitoring (BSM) system nearly resulted in a rollover crash at freeway speed. At night, attempting to change lanes to the right, the driver was surprised by a car passing on the right. Driver's evasive action was too extreme resulting in violently veering across the ...

Aug 29, 2023 Lane Departure

Lack of a functioning blind spot monitoring (BSM) system nearly resulted in a rollover crash at freeway speed. At night, attempting to change lanes to the right, the driver was surprised by a car passing on the right. Driver's evasive action was too extreme resulting in violently veering across the ...

Aug 16, 2023 Lane Departure

the blind spot monitoring system has never worked correctly. Originally when a vehicle appeared in the left hand (driver side) blind spot, the right hand warning light (indicating vehicle in passenger side blind spot) would illuminate - then vice versa. A vehicle in the passenger side blind spot wou...

Aug 16, 2023 Lane Departure

the blind spot monitoring system has never worked correctly. Originally when a vehicle appeared in the left hand (driver side) blind spot, the right hand warning light (indicating vehicle in passenger side blind spot) would illuminate - then vice versa. A vehicle in the passenger side blind spot wou...

Jul 27, 2023 Electrical System 23,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Winnebago Ekko RV built on a 2021 Ford Transit Chassis. The contact stated that the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system had stopped functioning. Additionally, the contact stated that upon starting the RV, the RV made abnormal whining sounds and there was a strong burning odor ...

Jul 27, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The solar panels ceased to charge the batteries. I found a 40A Fuse holder behind the solar controller in the coach, that had melted and looked like it could have caught on fire.

Jul 27, 2023 Lane Departure

Unknown - has not worked for during the time we’ve owned it.

Jul 27, 2023 Lane Departure

The Blind Spot Warning system on my 2022 Winnebago Ekko has completely failed two times. Both failures occurred after driving in wet weather. The system components appear susceptible to shorting out when exposed to water. Anecdotal evidence via social media posts from other Ekko Owners suggest this ...

Jul 27, 2023 Electrical System

Balmar Regulator creating sparks under hood eventually blowing a fuse. Shows signs of a shorted wire somewhere in the vehicle.

Jul 27, 2023 Electrical System 23,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Winnebago Ekko RV built on a 2021 Ford Transit Chassis. The contact stated that the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system had stopped functioning. Additionally, the contact stated that upon starting the RV, the RV made abnormal whining sounds and there was a strong burning odor ...

Jul 27, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The solar panels ceased to charge the batteries. I found a 40A Fuse holder behind the solar controller in the coach, that had melted and looked like it could have caught on fire.

Jul 27, 2023 Lane Departure

Unknown - has not worked for during the time we’ve owned it.

Jul 27, 2023 Lane Departure

The Blind Spot Warning system on my 2022 Winnebago Ekko has completely failed two times. Both failures occurred after driving in wet weather. The system components appear susceptible to shorting out when exposed to water. Anecdotal evidence via social media posts from other Ekko Owners suggest this ...

Jul 27, 2023 Electrical System

Balmar Regulator creating sparks under hood eventually blowing a fuse. Shows signs of a shorted wire somewhere in the vehicle.

Jul 26, 2023 Electrical System

The contact owns a 2022 Ekko Winnebago RV built on a 2021 Ford Transit Chassis. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V234000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amou...

Jul 26, 2023 Electrical System

The contact owns a 2022 Ekko Winnebago RV built on a 2021 Ford Transit Chassis. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V234000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amou...

Jul 5, 2023 Lane Departure

Winnebago factory installed Blind Spot Monitor System did not work since purchase, after local dealers failure to repair this and other defects, out of frustration we drove it 3000+ miles to the WGO factory repair center located in Forest City, IA. BSM was repair by WGO on invoice #02942R dated 3-1...

Jul 5, 2023 Electrical System

Winnebago factory installed Blind Spot Monitor System did not work since purchase, after local dealers failure to repair this and other defects, out of frustration we drove it 3000+ miles to the WGO factory repair center located in Forest City, IA. BSM was repair by WGO on invoice #02942R dated 3-1...

Jul 5, 2023 Electrical System

Winnebago factory installed Blind Spot Monitor System did not work since purchase, after local dealers failure to repair this and other defects, out of frustration we drove it 3000+ miles to the WGO factory repair center located in Forest City, IA. BSM was repair by WGO on invoice #02942R dated 3-1...

Jul 5, 2023 Lane Departure

Winnebago factory installed Blind Spot Monitor System did not work since purchase, after local dealers failure to repair this and other defects, out of frustration we drove it 3000+ miles to the WGO factory repair center located in Forest City, IA. BSM was repair by WGO on invoice #02942R dated 3-1...

Jul 5, 2023 Electrical System

Winnebago factory installed Blind Spot Monitor System did not work since purchase, after local dealers failure to repair this and other defects, out of frustration we drove it 3000+ miles to the WGO factory repair center located in Forest City, IA. BSM was repair by WGO on invoice #02942R dated 3-1...

Jul 5, 2023 Electrical System

Winnebago factory installed Blind Spot Monitor System did not work since purchase, after local dealers failure to repair this and other defects, out of frustration we drove it 3000+ miles to the WGO factory repair center located in Forest City, IA. BSM was repair by WGO on invoice #02942R dated 3-1...

Jun 9, 2023 Lane Departure

BSM failed within 2 months of delivery. Was replaced by Winnebago only to fail again. Intermittently gives false readings and does not accurately sense vehicle’s in the blind spot.

Jun 9, 2023 Lane Departure

BSM failed within 2 months of delivery. Was replaced by Winnebago only to fail again. Intermittently gives false readings and does not accurately sense vehicle’s in the blind spot.

Jun 1, 2023 Lane Departure

Has never worked. Reported to camping world with no action.

Jun 1, 2023 Electrical System

Blind Spot Monitor is unreliable and unsafe. Causes false sense of positional awareness when changing lanes. Hundreds of other owners have reported similar complaints on social media. Winnebago has fixed the problem by using a Ford-based system on 2023 models but has mostly ignored previously manufa...

Jun 1, 2023 Lane Departure

The blind spot monitors on the Ekko suddenly failed. The system provides no warning, any longer, of approaching, or passing vehicles. I belong to an Ekko users group and have found from other owners that this is a common problem with these vehicles. The BSM's suddenly cease to operate and continu...

Jun 1, 2023 Lane Departure

Has never worked. Reported to camping world with no action.

Jun 1, 2023 Electrical System

Blind Spot Monitor is unreliable and unsafe. Causes false sense of positional awareness when changing lanes. Hundreds of other owners have reported similar complaints on social media. Winnebago has fixed the problem by using a Ford-based system on 2023 models but has mostly ignored previously manufa...

Jun 1, 2023 Lane Departure

The blind spot monitors on the Ekko suddenly failed. The system provides no warning, any longer, of approaching, or passing vehicles. I belong to an Ekko users group and have found from other owners that this is a common problem with these vehicles. The BSM's suddenly cease to operate and continu...

May 20, 2023 Electrical System Fire

This is allegedly related to the Balmar relay system installed by Winnebago in the Ford Transit van.It is currently at the dealer, Colonial Winnebago, in Millstone Twp., NJ. Dealer can be contacted for inspection. We began traveling at a 25 mph speed for about 2 miles when smoke began to flow from u...

May 20, 2023 Unknown Or Other Fire

This is allegedly related to the Balmar relay system installed by Winnebago in the Ford Transit van.It is currently at the dealer, Colonial Winnebago, in Millstone Twp., NJ. Dealer can be contacted for inspection. We began traveling at a 25 mph speed for about 2 miles when smoke began to flow from u...

May 20, 2023 Electrical System Fire

This is allegedly related to the Balmar relay system installed by Winnebago in the Ford Transit van.It is currently at the dealer, Colonial Winnebago, in Millstone Twp., NJ. Dealer can be contacted for inspection. We began traveling at a 25 mph speed for about 2 miles when smoke began to flow from u...

May 20, 2023 Unknown Or Other Fire

This is allegedly related to the Balmar relay system installed by Winnebago in the Ford Transit van.It is currently at the dealer, Colonial Winnebago, in Millstone Twp., NJ. Dealer can be contacted for inspection. We began traveling at a 25 mph speed for about 2 miles when smoke began to flow from u...

May 19, 2023 Lane Departure

Blind Spot Monitor stopped working after driving in the rain. The warranty dealer said that the rear sensors 'went out' because of the moisture. Currently still waiting for repairs. Driving an RV without a BSM is more difficult. We had to install a full time, rear view camera, to supplement the...

May 19, 2023 Lane Departure

Blind Spot Monitor stopped working after driving in the rain. The warranty dealer said that the rear sensors 'went out' because of the moisture. Currently still waiting for repairs. Driving an RV without a BSM is more difficult. We had to install a full time, rear view camera, to supplement the...

May 16, 2023 Lane Departure

Both sides of my BSM have quit working. Second time this has happened

May 16, 2023 Lane Departure

Both sides of my BSM have quit working. Second time this has happened

Apr 11, 2023 Electrical System

The Balmar charge controller for the coach lithium batteries failed. The controller is rated for temperatures up to 90 C (194 F). Based on Ekko forum discussions I suspected the controller, which is located in close proximity to the passenger side turbocharger was overheating. I fashioned an improvi...

Apr 11, 2023 Electrical System

The Balmar charge controller for the coach lithium batteries failed. The controller is rated for temperatures up to 90 C (194 F). Based on Ekko forum discussions I suspected the controller, which is located in close proximity to the passenger side turbocharger was overheating. I fashioned an improvi...

Feb 14, 2023 Engine Fire

The auxillary alternator caught on fire. The dealer retained the part when replaced. Fire risk to ourselves and entire rig. Yes, the problem was confirmed by a dealer. The Yuma, Az fire department responded and wrote a report. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms,

Feb 14, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The auxillary alternator caught on fire. The dealer retained the part when replaced. Fire risk to ourselves and entire rig. Yes, the problem was confirmed by a dealer. The Yuma, Az fire department responded and wrote a report. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms,

Feb 14, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The auxillary alternator caught on fire. The dealer retained the part when replaced. Fire risk to ourselves and entire rig. Yes, the problem was confirmed by a dealer. The Yuma, Az fire department responded and wrote a report. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms,

Feb 14, 2023 Engine Fire

The auxillary alternator caught on fire. The dealer retained the part when replaced. Fire risk to ourselves and entire rig. Yes, the problem was confirmed by a dealer. The Yuma, Az fire department responded and wrote a report. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms,

Feb 14, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The auxillary alternator caught on fire. The dealer retained the part when replaced. Fire risk to ourselves and entire rig. Yes, the problem was confirmed by a dealer. The Yuma, Az fire department responded and wrote a report. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms,

Feb 14, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The auxillary alternator caught on fire. The dealer retained the part when replaced. Fire risk to ourselves and entire rig. Yes, the problem was confirmed by a dealer. The Yuma, Az fire department responded and wrote a report. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms,

Feb 9, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The secondary alternator caught on fire while traveling and damaged the Ford tensioner that supplies AC compressor power

Feb 9, 2023 Engine Fire

The secondary alternator caught on fire while traveling and damaged the Ford tensioner that supplies AC compressor power

Feb 9, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The secondary alternator caught on fire while traveling and damaged the Ford tensioner that supplies AC compressor power

Feb 9, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The secondary alternator caught on fire while traveling and damaged the Ford tensioner that supplies AC compressor power

Feb 9, 2023 Engine Fire

The secondary alternator caught on fire while traveling and damaged the Ford tensioner that supplies AC compressor power

Feb 9, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The secondary alternator caught on fire while traveling and damaged the Ford tensioner that supplies AC compressor power

Feb 7, 2023 Electrical System

Wiring harness and a fuse on the harness for the auxiliary Balmar alternator installed by Winnebago partially melted due to proximity to turbocharger. Very concerning due to other owners reporting Balmar alternator fires and alternator regulator failures.

Feb 7, 2023 Electrical System

Wiring harness and a fuse on the harness for the auxiliary Balmar alternator installed by Winnebago partially melted due to proximity to turbocharger. Very concerning due to other owners reporting Balmar alternator fires and alternator regulator failures.

Feb 7, 2023 Engine

Wiring harness and a fuse on the harness for the auxiliary Balmar alternator installed by Winnebago partially melted due to proximity to turbocharger. Very concerning due to other owners reporting Balmar alternator fires and alternator regulator failures.

Feb 7, 2023 Electrical System

Wiring harness and a fuse on the harness for the auxiliary Balmar alternator installed by Winnebago partially melted due to proximity to turbocharger. Very concerning due to other owners reporting Balmar alternator fires and alternator regulator failures.

Feb 7, 2023 Electrical System

Wiring harness and a fuse on the harness for the auxiliary Balmar alternator installed by Winnebago partially melted due to proximity to turbocharger. Very concerning due to other owners reporting Balmar alternator fires and alternator regulator failures.

Feb 7, 2023 Engine

Wiring harness and a fuse on the harness for the auxiliary Balmar alternator installed by Winnebago partially melted due to proximity to turbocharger. Very concerning due to other owners reporting Balmar alternator fires and alternator regulator failures.

Jun 4, 2022 Forward Collision Avoidance

Driving on interstate with cruise control suddenly for no reason the vehicle self brakes hard. Luckily no other vehicles close by. Able to get vehicle to shoulder (lucky shoulder and driving in right lane). We have collision assist and ABS with cruise adaptive. It’s obvious that it malfunctioned a...

Jun 4, 2022 Forward Collision Avoidance

Driving on interstate with cruise control suddenly for no reason the vehicle self brakes hard. Luckily no other vehicles close by. Able to get vehicle to shoulder (lucky shoulder and driving in right lane). We have collision assist and ABS with cruise adaptive. It’s obvious that it malfunctioned a...

Jun 4, 2022 Forward Collision Avoidance

Driving on interstate with cruise control suddenly for no reason the vehicle self brakes hard. Luckily no other vehicles close by. Able to get vehicle to shoulder (lucky shoulder and driving in right lane). We have collision assist and ABS with cruise adaptive. It’s obvious that it malfunctioned a...

Jun 4, 2022 Forward Collision Avoidance

Driving on interstate with cruise control suddenly for no reason the vehicle self brakes hard. Luckily no other vehicles close by. Able to get vehicle to shoulder (lucky shoulder and driving in right lane). We have collision assist and ABS with cruise adaptive. It’s obvious that it malfunctioned a...

Nov 8, 2021 Electrical System

The entire shower water after use was draining directly onto the inverter creating a fire hazard.

Nov 8, 2021 Electrical System

The entire shower water after use was draining directly onto the inverter creating a fire hazard.