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Model year

2016 Winnebago ERA

Other, diesel, 4x2, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Sep 15, 2016 to Nov 14, 2020.

Recalls (8)Complaints (4)Investigations (0)Bulletins (7)
Recall campaigns covering this model year849k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints44.0 times the median 2016 other
Severity index0.02016 others average 9.6
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2016 Winnebago ERA peaked in 2019, with 2 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.511.52201620172018201922020202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

50% of complaints about the 2016 Winnebago ERA name airbags

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Airbags
2
Fuel system
1
Powertrain
1
Brakes
1
Speed control
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

8 recall campaigns cover the 2016 Winnebago ERA

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2016 Winnebago ERA
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
20V-659Oct 27, 2020Weld nut was installed on the wrong side of the bracket where the shoulder belt attaches, reducing the retention strength of the seat beltSeat belts1,806Repair or modification
19V-042Jan 17, 2019Overhead cabinet shelf may have been improperly attached, allowing the cabinet face to detach and fall into the cab areaEquipment3,351Repair or modification
18V-546Aug 17, 2018These vehicles have an auxiliary solar charging port circuit that is not fusedElectrical system6,700Repair or modification
17V-782Dec 7, 2017These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the…Equipment17,360Part replacement
17V-262Apr 19, 2017Affected vehicles have an Axxess radio volume control module that may interfere with the chassis electrical systemElectrical system5,057Not stated
16V-598Aug 12, 2016Affected vehicles may have a electrical connection to the automatic transfer switch (ATS) that may not be properly tightenedElectrical system3,826Part replacement
15V-625Oct 6, 2015In the affected vehicles, the high pressure liquid propane (LP) hose may harden and result in an LP leak at the crimp fittingEquipment8,842Part replacement
15V-490Aug 5, 2015Certification label affixed to the vehicles provide an incorrect front tire inflation pressureEquipment1,732Label or owner notice
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2016 Winnebago ERA

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

4 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Nov 14, 2020Failure Oct 30, 202045,000 milesFoxboro, MAPower train, Service brakes, Vehicle speed control

    ABS AND ESP WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTENT. ENGINE SURGE AND SHIFT CONFUSION AT LOW SPEED, WITH ACCELERATOR NOT PRESSED, BRAKES NEEDED TO AVOID COLLISION.

    NHTSA complaint 11374687
  2. Filed Sep 30, 2019Failure Sep 30, 2019Norwalk, IAAir bags

    INQUIRY FROM SENATOR JONI K ERNST ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE: CONCERNS ABOUT A RECALL REG HIS MERCEDES BENZ RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, ALREADY FILED COMPLAINT AND RECEIVED RESPONSE FROM NHTSA, BUT WANTS AN UPDATE AND ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO SALE THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE RECALL NOT HAVING A REPAIR SOLUTION.*JS

    NHTSA complaint 11258110
  3. Filed Aug 1, 2019Failure Aug 1, 2019Norwalk, IAAir bags

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 WINNEBAGO ERA 70A. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 19V003000 (AIR BAGS) AND 19V004000 (AIR BAGS). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT NHTSA WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING THE REMEDIES. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. *BF*JB

    NHTSA complaint 11241176
  4. Filed Sep 15, 2016Failure Oct 6, 2015OAK Ridge North, TXFuel/propulsion system

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 WINNEBAGO ERA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V625000 (EQUIPMENT); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED A PROPANE LEAK. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.

    NHTSA complaint 10906875
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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Service bulletins

7 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

  • 7SB009-24-01A Apr 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Bulletin sent to dealers advising of the required legal verbiage each RO should document.
  • 7SB002-24-01A Feb 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin outlines the characteristics of new roof sealant being used.
  • 7SB005-23-01A Sep 19, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    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 May 31, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    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.
  • 7SB009-21-02A Jul 14, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    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 Jul 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Bulletin to dealers advising them of part sales training opportunities.
  • 7SB014-21-01A Mar 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    General Parts and Service Letter to dealers detailing the warranty part return procedure.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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