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2020 Winnebago Travato problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2020 Winnebago Travato — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

4

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other Travato years?

Travato NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted11 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 2 complaints2016: 7 complaints2017: 2 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 4 complaints2020: 4 complaints2021: 6 complaints2022: 11 complaints2023: 4 complaints2024: 4 complaints2025: 0 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Travato NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Winnebago Travato problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other250%
Electrical System125%
Tires & Wheels125%

Does the 2020 Winnebago Travato have recalls?

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

23V627000OtherSeptember 8, 2023 · 8,583 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Travato motorhomes. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.

Consequence

An awning that extends 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 April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-574-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 176. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 22V-696. Motorhomes previously repaired under 22V-696 will need to have the new remedy completed.

23V307000Fuel SystemApril 28, 2023 · 6,536 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Travato, 2021-2023 Solis, and 2022-2023 Ekko motorhomes, equipped with certain Cummins Onan QG 2800i, and Onan QG 2800i EVAP generator sets. The fuel hose between the fuel filter and Injection Pump Module (IPM) may not be properly secured, which can cause a gas leak.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel hose and clamps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.

22V696000OtherSeptember 16, 2022 · 6,540 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Winnebago Travato motorhomes. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Dealers will install an on/off switch for the extend/retract awning function, and update firmware, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed October 19, 2022. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. This recall is superseded by Winnebago recall 23V627.

21V793000Electrical SystemOctober 12, 2021 · 267 units

Defect

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Travato and 2021-2022 Boldt vehicles. The wire harness may have been built incorrectly, resulting in the loss of over-current protection.

Consequence

Loss of over-current protection can cause the wires to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Owners are instructed to not drive their vehicle until the Volta Power System is disabled. Dealers will replace the harness and inspect the electrical connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 26, 2021. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 164.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“RE: NHTSA recalls 22V-696 and 23V-62 While parked at a State Camp Ground the Carefree Awning opened violently. If someone had been standing outside near the Van they surely would have bee hit/injured. Conditions; Sunny afternoon, no Wind, Flat surface. I am the 2nd Owner of the Winnebago Travato…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · May 29, 2025

“The LT 225/ 75R 16 rear driver and passenger tires started shredding on my 2020 Winnebago Travato at around 12,000 miles. First the rear driver side one and then about 300 miles later the rear passenger. I drove only on well paved roads, mostly highway, and kept it under a RV carport in my garage…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · July 14, 2024

“My vehicle is a 2020 Winnebago Travato GL; on a 2019 RAM Promaster Chassis. Winnebago installs a second alternator that charges to Volta system's Lithium Battery Pack (A GL Model has lithium batteries). Winnebago routes the wiring harness for this 2nd alternator through passenger side front wheel…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 14, 2024

2020 Winnebago Travato — common questions

Is the 2020 Winnebago Travato reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Winnebago Travato have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2020 Winnebago Travato. 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.