2018 Winnebago Minnie problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2018 Winnebago Minnie — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Minnie years?

Minnie NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Winnebago Minnie problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Body & Structure	1	100%	— flat

Does the 2018 Winnebago Minnie have recalls?

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

25V701000OtherOctober 15, 2025 · 377 units

Defect

Winnebago Towable (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2019 Micro Minnie5, Minnie Drop, 2020 Minnie Plus5, 2018-2021 Minnie, and 2022 Hike 100 travel trailers. The Federal tire label may list the incorrect tire size. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Consequence

The wrong size tire may be installed after referencing the incorrect information, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Winnebago will mail correct labels to owners for installation, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-574-825-5280 ext. 5220. Winnebago's number for this recall is CAM0000045.

18V682000OtherOctober 1, 2018 · 1,034 units

Defect

Winnebago Towable (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Winnebago Minnie Drop recreational trailers. The liquid propane (LP) gas supply line may be missing p-clamps, allowing the supply line to contact the burner assembly on the refrigerator.

Consequence

If the LP line contacts the burner assembly, the hose may melt, causing a gas leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the LP supply line for melting, replacing and securing the line as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-574-825-5280, extension 5220.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2018 Winnebago Minnie Trailer. The contact stated that upon further inspection at the local dealer, it was noticed that both sides of the frame were fractured above the axles. In addition, the contact was sent a repair kit from the frame manufacturer. The trailer was not…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · November 5, 2025

2018 Winnebago Minnie — common questions

Is the 2018 Winnebago Minnie reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Winnebago Minnie have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2018 Winnebago Minnie. 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 2018 compare to other Minnie years?

What are the most common 2018 Winnebago Minnie problems?

Does the 2018 Winnebago Minnie have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2018 Winnebago Minnie — common questions

Is the 2018 Winnebago Minnie reliable?

Does the 2018 Winnebago Minnie have recalls?

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