repaired · 2026 Q1
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. An awning that extends during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 Winnebago TravatoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2021 Winnebago Travato, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 6 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 February 14, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Winnebago Travato has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Structure1 crash/fire/injury
1Equipment
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2021 Winnebago Travato 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 Q1
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Appliance: oven/stove/cooktop
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. An awning that extends during transit, may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2023 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. Loss of over-current protection can cause the wires to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
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 Travato 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 Travato median. How we score
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- Caution
- Solid
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- Not rated
In owners' words
What Travato owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The VIN is a RAM Promaster, but it is a Winnebago Travato 2022KL built on the Promaster chassis. Winnebago routed the electrical cables from the engine compartment to the Volta battery system through the passenger wheel well. When making a left turn, the tires rub on the cable and wear away the…
ON 2/20/21 I PURCHASED A 2021 WINNEBAGO TRAVATO FROM MIKE THOMPSON RV IN SANTA FE SPRINGS AS A GIFT TO MYSELF BEFORE GOING COMPLETELY BLIND FROM RETINITIS PIGMENTOSA (FINAL ROAD TRIPS). THE VEHICLE WAS TO BE DELIVERED TO MY PROPERTY IN IDYLLWILD, CA ON 2/24/21. THE EVENING OF 2/23/21 I RECEIVED A…
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