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Winnebago Sightseer Problems

The Winnebago Sightseer is a Class A gas motorhome designed for comfortable family travel and camping. With 152 NHTSA complaints, this model has experienced issues primarily related to brakes, suspension, structure, and equipment, with the 2002-2004 model years accounting for the majority of reported problems.

152
Total Complaints
50
Total Recalls
23
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
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Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

2004 2003 2002
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Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

2008 2017

Common Problem Categories

Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20
Service Brakes 20
Suspension 16
Structure 16
Equipment 16

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2018 0 3 0 0 Good
2017 2 3 0 0 Good
2016 0 6 0 0 Good
2015 0 5 0 0 Good
2014 0 4 0 0 Good
2013 6 4 0 0 Average
2012 6 3 2 0 Average
2011 0 2 0 0 Good
2010 4 1 0 0 Average
2009 0 2 0 0 Good
2008 2 2 0 0 Good
2007 10 2 0 0 Below Average
2006 8 2 0 0 Average
2005 16 2 0 0 Below Average
2004 30 1 0 0 Avoid
2003 34 1 0 14 Avoid
2002 34 1 0 2 Avoid
2001 0 1 0 0 Good
2000 0 1 0 0 Good
1999 0 1 0 0 Good
1998 0 1 0 0 Good
1997 0 1 0 0 Good
1996 0 1 0 0 Good

Winnebago Sightseer Years to Avoid

2003, 2002, 2004, 2005

Best Winnebago Sightseer Years

2017, 2008

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common problems with the Winnebago Sightseer?

Hydraulic service brake and general brake issues lead with 40 combined complaints, followed by suspension problems (16 complaints), structural issues (16 complaints), and equipment failures (16 complaints).

Which Winnebago Sightseer model years should I avoid?

The 2003 and 2002 model years each have 34 complaints, making them the most problematic. The 2004 model has 30 complaints, and 2005 has 16 complaints. These early production years show the highest reliability concerns.

Are the brake problems on the Sightseer serious?

Yes, with 40 brake-related complaints, braking system reliability is a significant concern. On a large Class A motorhome, brake issues can be dangerous. Any prospective buyer should have the complete braking system thoroughly inspected and serviced.

What is the best year to buy a used Winnebago Sightseer?

Years with fewer complaints include 2017 and 2008, each with only 2 complaints. Later model years appear to have resolved many of the brake and suspension issues that affected earlier production.