Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulatorRecall 26V-498 · 2024–2025 Winnebago Ekko
Winnebago Industries, Inc. recall 26V-498 covers 96 2024–2025 Winnebago Ekko for a electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator problem, reported to NHTSA on July 30, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 7% of affected vehicles repaired.
Park outside and away from structures until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 26V498000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Ekko motorhomes. The touchscreen display may register unintended or phantom inputs and turn the generator on without the operator's knowledge.
The risk
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.
The fix
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 August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 208.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 7, 2024 to June 11, 2024. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.