repaired · 2026 Q3
Hood: latch
Risk. A detached hood bracket may become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
2018 Winnebago ForzaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 12 owner complaints about the 2018 Winnebago Forza, most often about the structure. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-733 the manufacturer reports only 7% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Winnebago Forza has problems
12 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
9Structure
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Latches/locks/linkages
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2018 Winnebago Forza 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
Exterior lighting: turn signal
Risk. A small lens can make it difficult for other drivers to see the turn signal, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Body: door
Risk. If the storage compartment door opens while the vehicle is in motion, other drivers may swerve to avoid hitting the compartment door, or objects falling from…
repaired · 2020 Q2
Lpg systems: lines and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2019 Q2
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase 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
2018 vs. every other Forza 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 Forza median. How we score
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- Caution
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In owners' words
What Forza owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2018 Winnebago Forza RV. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the cargo door and the door enclosing the propane tank on the driver's side unexpectedly opened. The contact stated that the failures had occurred several times. The contact stated there was no…
WINNEBAGO ISSUED A SAFETY RECALL 8 MONTHS AGO ON LOWER STORAGE DOORS THAT OPEN WHILE TRAVELING. I HAD A DOOR OPEN AT HWY SPEEDS YESTERDAY. COMPANY CONTINUES TO APPOLIGISE BUT WON'T FIX PROBLEM.
WHILE IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET OR HIGHWAY THE DOORS TO BASEMENT STORAGE UNLATCH AND SWING OPEN WITHOUT WARNING. I BELIEVE THAT THE DOOR LATCHES WORK LOOSE FROM IMPROPER ADJUSTMENT, SLICK NYLON LATCH PINS AND BUMPS CAUSING THE LATCH PIN TO RELEASE FROM THE LATCH LOOP. IT IS VERY HARD TO SEE WHEN…
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