- The problem
- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Tour, 2013-2018 Journey, 2014-2022 Forza, 2015-2016 Brave, 2015-2019 Grand Tour, 2015-2021 Vista, 2016-2018 Adventurer, Sightseer, 2016-2021 Commercial Vehicle, 2018-2021 Intent, Sunstar, 2018-2020 Horizon, Itasca 2013-2017 Ellipse, Meridian, 2014-2017 Solei, 2015-2016 Tribute, 2015-2018 Sunstar, 2016-2018 Suncruiser, and Sunova motorhomes. The turn signals may have a smaller than required luminous lens area. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- The risk
- A small lens can make it difficult for other drivers to see the turn signal, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact Winnebago Customer Care at 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 189.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Winnebago Intent Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2018 Winnebago Intent with NHTSA, most often about the visibility & wipers (2). It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in October 2024 for the turn signal. For comparison, the 2017 has 0 and the 2019 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Intent year, for its age
#305 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Winnebago Intent problems
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2018 Winnebago Intent recalls 4
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 2018-2019 Winnebago Intent vehicles. The cabinet mirror over the driver's seat may not be properly secured, allowing the mirror to fall while moving.
- The risk
- If the mirror falls, it can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will install screws to secure the mirror to the overhead cabinet, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.
- The problem
- Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Winnebago Intent motorhomes. The top mounting screws for the exterior rearview mirrors may not be installed correctly, possibly resulting in the mirrors falling off while driving.
- The risk
- If the mirrors fall off while driving, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will check the location of the mirror and remove and reinstall it to the correct location, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2018. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 149.
- 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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2 complaints about the 2018 Winnebago Intent
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Side passenger side view mirror bolts sheared of while diving down interstate 85 at 65 miles per hour cause mirror to hand and bang againt motor home uncontrollable
The passenger side exterior side view mirror top two screws sheared of causing the mirror to come away from the body and flop about wildly when driving down the interstate at 65 miles per hour. Currently I have it taped on to the intent. Send pictures of the taped ed mirrr and hole screw showing sheared of screw still in body mounting
Winnebago Intent: every year compared
All Intent years2018 Winnebago Intent vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Winnebago Intent | 2 | 4 | F | |
| 2018 Winnebago Forza | 11 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Winnebago Minnie Winnie | 4 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Winnebago Spirit | 2 | 0 | A | 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 |
| 2018 Winnebago Revel | 1 | 4 | C | 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 Intent
Does the 2018 Winnebago Intent have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2018 Winnebago Intent: turn signal (October 2024); structure (August 2018); exterior (March 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.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Winnebago Intent?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the visibility & wipers (2).
How many complaints has the 2018 Winnebago Intent had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 14, 2019 and the latest on March 14, 2019. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Winnebago Intent a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 8 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Winnebago Intent 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.
What should I do if my 2018 Winnebago Intent 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