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.
2025 Winnebago EkkoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 15 owner complaints about the 2025 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 July 30, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Winnebago Ekko has problems
15 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
3Engine2 crash/fire/injury
3Equipment1 crash/fire/injury
2Wheels
2Tires
1Structure
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 7 | 3 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 |
| Equipment | 3 | 1 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2025 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
2025 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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In owners' words
What Ekko owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Brand new 2025 Winnebago Ekko after only 6,000 miles... The Winnebago installed Balmar Alternator Started Burning & Smoking rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive.
On [XXX] while driving my 2025 Winnebago Ekko 23B at elevations between 5,000 and 6,000 feet, the vehicle repeatedly lost engine power and stalled under specific conditions, creating a significant safety hazard. The issue occurred when the house batteries were below 100% charge, the engine was at…
Short Answer: Winnebago has not conformed to its obligations with respect to NHTSA Safety Recall # 24V-541 (Winnebago # 186). Our 2025 EKKO 23B was within the scope of NHTSA Safety Recall # 24V-541 (Winnebago # 186). Winnebago did not offer to us a remedy -- other than to disable for an…
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