2019 Winnebago Intent problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2019 Winnebago Intent — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2019 compare to other Intent years?

Intent NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2019 Winnebago Intent have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V733000LightingOctober 1, 2024 · 17,329 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Tour, 2013-2018 Journey, 2014-2022 Forza, 2015-2016 Brave, 2015-2019 Grand Tour, 2015-2021 Vista, 2016-2018 Adventurer, Sightseer, 2016-2021 Commercial Vehicle, 2018-2021 Intent, Sunstar, 2018-2020 Horizon, Itasca 2013-2017 Ellipse, Meridian, 2014-2017 Solei, 2015-2016 Tribute, 2015-2018 Sunstar, 2016-2018 Suncruiser, and Sunova motorhomes. The turn signals may have a smaller than required luminous lens area. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

A small lens can make it difficult for other drivers to see the turn signal, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact Winnebago Customer Care at 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 189.

18V547000Body & StructureAugust 17, 2018 · 1,066 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Winnebago Intent vehicles. The cabinet mirror over the driver's seat may not be properly secured, allowing the mirror to fall while moving.

Consequence

If the mirror falls, it can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will install screws to secure the mirror to the overhead cabinet, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.

18V196000Visibility & WipersMarch 26, 2018 · 908 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Winnebago Intent motorhomes. The top mounting screws for the exterior rearview mirrors may not be installed correctly, possibly resulting in the mirrors falling off while driving.

Consequence

If the mirrors fall off while driving, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will check the location of the mirror and remove and reinstall it to the correct location, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2018. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 149.

2019 Winnebago Intent — common questions

Is the 2019 Winnebago Intent reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Winnebago Intent have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Winnebago Intent. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2019 compare to other Intent years?

Does the 2019 Winnebago Intent have recalls?

2019 Winnebago Intent — common questions

Is the 2019 Winnebago Intent reliable?

Does the 2019 Winnebago Intent have recalls?

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