- The problem
- Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Winnebago Era, Travato, Fuse, View, Trend, Aspect, Paseo, Via, Adventurer, Journey, Tour, and Grand Tour motorhomes. These vehicles have an auxiliary solar charging port circuit that is not fused.
- The risk
- If solar panels are connected and they exceed the amperage capacity of the circuit, the unprotected circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will install an inline 15 amp fuse into the auxiliary solar charging port circuit, free of charge. Winnebago issued interim notifications to owners on December 4, 2018. The recall began June 5, 2019. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Winnebago Aspect Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2018 Winnebago Aspect have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in August 2018 for the electrical system.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Aspect year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2018 Winnebago Aspect recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The 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
- The risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- The 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.
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Winnebago Aspect: every year compared
All Aspect years2018 Winnebago Aspect vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Winnebago Aspect | 0 | 2 | B | |
| 2018 Winnebago Forza | 11 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Winnebago Minnie Winnie | 4 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Winnebago Spirit | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2018 Winnebago Intent | 2 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Winnebago Grand Tour | 1 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Winnebago Journey | 1 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Winnebago Minnie | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Winnebago Fuse | 1 | 3 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2018 Winnebago Aspect
Does the 2018 Winnebago Aspect have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Winnebago Aspect: electrical system (August 2018); equipment (December 2017). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2018 Winnebago Aspect had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2018 Winnebago Aspect a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Winnebago Aspect year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Winnebago Aspect years have the most complaints?
2016 (2), 2011 (1). See every Winnebago Aspect year compared.
What should I do if my 2018 Winnebago Aspect has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data