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2023 Winnebago Navion problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 8 complaints on file for the 2023 Winnebago Navion — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 5 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

8

NHTSA complaints

5

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Navion years?

Navion NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted8 complaints2012: 3 complaints2016: 1 complaints2020: 5 complaints2021: 5 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 8 complaints2024: 0 complaints2025: 0 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Navion NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Winnebago Navion problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other450%
Body & Structure225%
Visibility & Wipers225%

Does the 2023 Winnebago Navion have recalls?

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

26V089000Body & StructureFebruary 17, 2026 · 4,024 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2023 View and Navion recreational vehicles. The rear roof cap aerofence trim may become loose and detach during transit.

Consequence

A detached roof cap can become a road hazard for other vehicles and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and install fasteners and rivets to the brackets as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 202.

24V824000Body & StructureDecember 30, 2024 · 5,313 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Winnebago View and Navion recreational vehicles equipped with certain Lippert Metallarte door assemblies. The door assembly may have been manufactured with incorrect window adhesion, causing the window to loosen or detached.

Consequence

A window that detaches during transit can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install clips to secure the window to the door as necessary, free of charge. An interim owner letter was mailed December 20, 2024. A second notice will be mailed once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 191.

24V318000AirbagsMay 7, 2024 · 15,572 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2025 Revel, 2020-2025 Navion, Porto, View, Vita, 2022-2023 Adventure Van, and 2024-2025 Ekko motorhomes. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wires can be caught in the seat mechanism when the driver or passenger seats are adjusted.

Consequence

Damaged wires can prevent air bags from deploying in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and re-route the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 185.

23V694000OtherOctober 16, 2023 · 6,237 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Era, View and Navion recreational vehicles. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.

Consequence

An awning extending unintentionally during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a parking brake interlock module, and update the awning firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6936 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 179. This recall supersedes and expands NHTSA recall 22V-695.

22V795000OtherOctober 21, 2022 · 4,616 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2023 View and Navion vehicles. The LP fuel line is routed near the rear wheel well, which may allow the fuel line to contact the tire and become damaged, resulting in a gas leak.

Consequence

A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will secure the LP line with secondary cable ties, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 30, 2022. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 170.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The awning is self deploying. Sent in for a recall and still an issue. With phone calls to the supplier of the Awning (Carefree Awnings of Colorado) their customer service is suggesting a on off switch. Winnebago are not agreeing with a on off switch, and the are installing a motor brake wedge and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 14, 2023

“Door covering propane compartment flew open at highway speeds; latching system does not work and door can not be closed securely. Design of door closing and latching mechanism faulty. BODY AND DEFECTIVE DOOR IS BY WINNEBAGO”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · June 16, 2023

2023 Winnebago Navion — common questions

Is the 2023 Winnebago Navion reliable?

The record is thin — 8 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 5 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2023 Winnebago Navion have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Winnebago Navion. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.