Defect
FUEL TANKS LEAK AT THE SEAMS AND/OR BAFFLE CONNECTIONS.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE WHEN EXPOSED TO ASOURCE OF IGNITION.
Remedy
WINNEBAGO WILL REPLACE FUEL TANKS THAT ARE FOUND TO BE LEAKING.
1988 Winnebago Super Chief problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Limited data — recalls on file
NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 1988 Winnebago Super Chief — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.
2
NHTSA complaints
1
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1988 compare to other Super Chief years?
What are the most common 1988 Winnebago Super Chief problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 2 | 100% | new |
Does the 1988 Winnebago Super Chief have recalls?
1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1988 WINNEBAGO SUPER CHIEF RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING FUEL AT THE SEAMS OF THE FUEL TANK. HE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 93V220000 (COMPONENT: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY). THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY…”
1988 Winnebago Super Chief — common questions
Is the 1988 Winnebago Super Chief reliable?
The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.
Does the 1988 Winnebago Super Chief have recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1988 Winnebago Super Chief. 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.