2023 Winnebago Ekko

Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues

Electrical system is the leading concern among 32 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 2nd highest complaint count among 5 Ekko model years with reports.

Complaints by model year
  1. 32

Of the 2023 reports, 3 involved a fire.

Primary concernElectrical system17 reports · 53% of complaints
Owner complaints32Filed with NHTSA
Recall relationship7 safety recallsNHTSA campaign records

What owners report most often

  1. Electrical system17
  2. Lane departure9
  3. Other or unspecified6
  4. Equipment4
  5. Engine3
  6. Fuel system1
  7. Other1
  8. Service brakes1

Recalls and investigations

  1. Equipment, electrical, accessory generatorPark outsideApr 22, 2026

    Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2022-2027 Ekko motorhomes. The touchscreen display may register unintended or phantom inputs and turn on the generator without the operator's knowledge.

    People in an enclosed space, such as a garage, with a running generator may be at an increased risk of injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning.

    Owners are advised to park outside until the repair has been performed. Winnebago will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2026. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 205.

    Campaign 26V257000 on NHTSA.gov

  2. Equipment, recreational vehicle/trailerJul 18, 2024

    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 the circuit to overheat and melt the fuse.

    A melted fuse increases the risk of a fire.

    Dealers will replace the solar controller fuse and components, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535. Winnebago's number for this recall is 186.

    Campaign 24V541000 on NHTSA.gov

  3. Lane departure, blind spot detectionJan 18, 2024

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

    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.

    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.

    Campaign 24V024000 on NHTSA.gov

  4. Fuel system, gasoline, delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsApr 28, 2023

    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 generator sets. The fuel hose between the fuel filter and Injection Pump Module (IPM) may not be properly secured, which can cause a gas leak.

    A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

    Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel hose and clamps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.

    Campaign 23V307000 on NHTSA.gov

  5. Electrical systemMar 31, 2023

    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.

    Overloaded electrical circuits that damage components increase the risk of a fire.

    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.

    Campaign 23V234000 on NHTSA.gov

  6. Equipment, appliance, oven/stove/cooktopFeb 3, 2023

    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-Burner Drop-in Cooktops with part number 3032AST. The internal aluminum burner tubes that connect to the gas valves may fracture and cause a gas leak.

    A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

    Winnebago will work with Suburban to repair the cooktop, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.

    Campaign 23V049000 on NHTSA.gov

  7. Equipment, recreational vehicle/trailer, lpg systems, lines and fittingsMay 9, 2022

    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.

    A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

    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.

    Campaign 22V313000 on NHTSA.gov

Representative owner complaints: service brakes

1 report, newest first. Show all

  1. Service brakes, Aug 24, 2023

    In August 2023 while driving at highway speed - without warning - a loud screeching suddenly began from the left front wheel of our 2023 Winnebago EKKO RV (built on a 2022 Ford Transit 3500 AWD chassis) - fearing a potential brake failure I took the vehicle to a mechanic who discovered a bolt from the brake heat shield had detached and was lodged between the brake caliper and rotor, the bolt had scored the rotor - the mechanic dislodged the bolt and stated he had to bend the heat shield slightly to prevent it rubbing. Approximately 2 weeks later the exact same scenario occurred with the right front wheel - this occurrence was verified & remedied by a Ford dealership. I saved this bolt as evidence. Both shops stated that this situation, if not corrected, could damage the front brakes.