repaired · 2026 Q3
Accessory generator: solar panel
Risk. A melted fuse increases the risk of a fire.
2021 Winnebago EkkoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2021 Winnebago Ekko, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-480 the manufacturer reports only 25% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 3, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Winnebago Ekko has problems
9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Equipment
1Seat belts
1Tires
1Wheels
1Engine1 crash/fire/injury
1Lane departure
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 6 | 1 |
| Equipment | 2 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2021 Winnebago Ekko recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Lane departure: blind spot detection
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Electrical system
Risk. Overloaded electrical circuits that damage components increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Lpg systems: lines and fittings
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2023 Q2
Rear/other: retractor
Risk. If the seat belt retractor locks, a passenger may believe they are trapped in the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Winnebago.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other Ekko year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Ekko median. How we score
'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Ekko owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
SUDDEN LOUD WHINE VARYING WITH ENGINE SPEED, COMING FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT, TRACED TO SECONDARY BALMAR ALTERNATOR. ALTERNATOR WAS EXTREMELY HOT, WE SHUT ENGINE OFF AND ELECTRICALLY DISCONNECTED ALTERNATOR. WE KNEW TO DO THIS BECAUSE OTHERS HAVE POSTED THIS INFORMATION, SOME HAVE CAUGHT FIRE. THIS…
The RV's second alternator, a Balmer product, began whinning loudly and a burning/hot smell was coming from the vehicle. Based on knowledge of similar issues happening to many other EKKO owners of same type of unit, we knew the alternator was failing and could start a fire. We therefore unplugged a…
We have a Winnebago EKKO year 2022 and had the 174 recall completed in August of 2023 and now the second alternator Balmar has failed again we smelled the same smoke again and whine like the first one. We disconnected it before it caught fire.
Own a 2021 Ekko?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.