Electrical: accessory generator
Park outsideNewRisk. 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.
NHTSA has logged 46 owner complaints about the 2022 Winnebago Ekko, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-637 the manufacturer reports only 16% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 12, 2026. Updated daily.
46 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 28 | 5 |
| Lane departure | 12 | 0 |
| Engine | 8 | 3 |
| Tires | 4 | 0 |
| Equipment | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, other | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
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.
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.
Risk. A melted fuse increases the risk of a fire.
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.
Risk. An overloaded vehicle can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Risk. Overloaded electrical circuits that damage components increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
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.
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
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.