repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
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.
2024 Winnebago EkkoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 15 owner complaints about the 2024 Winnebago Ekko, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-499 the manufacturer reports only 31% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 14, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Winnebago Ekko has problems
15 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
13Electrical system6 crash/fire/injury
5Equipment1 crash/fire/injury
2Engine1 crash/fire/injury
1Service brakes
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 13 | 6 |
| Equipment | 5 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2024 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 · 2026 Q3
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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Tires: valve
Risk. Overloading may cause the outer tire to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Air bags
Risk. Damaged wires can prevent air bags from deploying in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire
Risk. A spare tire that is installed without the correct bolts can detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. An air conditioner soft start device that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Accessory generator: solar panel
Risk. A melted fuse increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Air bags
Risk. Damaged wires can prevent air bags from deploying in a crash, 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
2024 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
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- Caution
- Solid
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- Not rated
In owners' words
What Ekko owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
While sitting in the driveway we turned on the vehicle and a high winding pitch sound immediately started coming from the engine compartment and followed by a burning electrical smell. On our last trip we had noticed that the Balmar second alternator had not been charging our Lithionics batteries…
Brakes went out while driving on 77n. In viginia. Once we were anle to get to the side of the road realized we were on fire. Ford dealership determined the fire burnt the brake lines boiling fluid pushing it back through master cylinder knocking out my brakes.
1. An ATP connector on a solar charging system experienced a high resistance event and started a smoldering fire. It melted the connector and about 24" of 10 gauge wiring. It also melted the fiberglass roof material under the connector. The event was observed on Sunday morning, April 19, 2026 at…
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