Recall 18V546 covers 6,700 2016-2019 Winnebago motorhomes with an unfused auxiliary solar charging port circuit. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
Winnebago is recalling 6,700 2016-2019 Era, Travato, Fuse, View, Trend, Aspect, Paseo, Via, Adventurer, Journey, Tour, and Grand Tour motorhomes because the auxiliary solar charging port circuit is not fused. If connected solar panels exceed the circuit's amperage capacity, the unprotected circuit can raise the risk of fire, and Winnebago dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The auxiliary solar charging port on affected 2016-2019 Winnebago motorhomes is the plug-in point for solar charging equipment. Its circuit carries charging current into the motorhome electrical system. A fuse in that circuit is supposed to act as protection: if current rises too high, the fuse opens the circuit before the wiring keeps carrying the load.
On these Winnebago models, that auxiliary solar charging port circuit was built without the required fuse. The defect is missing overcurrent protection, not a problem with the solar panel itself. If the circuit is overloaded or shorted, there is no fuse in place to interrupt current flow, so the wiring stays energized longer than designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is inside the electrical circuit, so the motorhome owner will not have a clear symptom to watch for before the fuse protection is needed.
Who's affected?
The included motorhome lines run from the 2016-2019 model years, all tied to the electrical system.
| 2017 Winnebago Trend | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Winnebago Paseo | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago Journey | electrical system |
| 2017 Winnebago Journey | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago Era | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago Era | electrical system |
| 2017 Winnebago Travato | electrical system |
| 2019 Winnebago Trend | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago Travato | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago Fuse | electrical system |
| 2019 Winnebago Fuse | electrical system |
| 2019 Winnebago View | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago Via | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago Trend | electrical system |
| 2019 Winnebago Via | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago Journey | electrical system |
| 2019 Winnebago Journey | electrical system |
| 2019 Winnebago Adventurer | electrical system |
| 2017 Winnebago Paseo | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago Paseo | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago Paseo | electrical system |
| 2019 Winnebago Tour | electrical system |
| 2017 Winnebago Tour | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago Tour | electrical system |
| 2019 Winnebago Travato | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago View | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago Grand Tour | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago Aspect | electrical system |
| 2019 Winnebago Aspect | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago Adventurer | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago Adventurer | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago Aspect | electrical system |
| 2017 Winnebago Era | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago Fuse | electrical system |
| 2017 Winnebago Fuse | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago Tour | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago Travato | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago Trend | electrical system |
| 2017 Winnebago Via | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago Via | electrical system |
| 2018 Winnebago View | electrical system |
| 2017 Winnebago View | electrical system |
| 2019 Winnebago Era | electrical system |
| 2017 Winnebago Aspect | electrical system |
| 2016 Winnebago Grand Tour | electrical system |
| 2017 Winnebago Adventurer | electrical system |
| 2017 Winnebago Grand Tour | electrical system |
| 2019 Winnebago Grand Tour | electrical system |
| Units affected | 6,700 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If connected solar panels draw more amperage than the auxiliary solar charging port circuit is rated to handle, the unprotected circuit raises the risk of a fire. Until the inline 15 amp fuse is installed, limit use of that solar port and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2019 Winnebago Trend, Paseo, Journey, Era, Travato, Fuse, View, Via, Adventurer, Tour, Grand Tour, or Aspect motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to schedule the free inline 15 amp fuse installation for the unfused auxiliary solar charging port circuit.
- Reference recall number 18V546 when you call, and bring the recall notice if Winnebago mailed one to you.
- Avoid connecting solar panels to the auxiliary solar charging port until the fuse repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Winnebago technician installs an inline 15 amp fuse in the auxiliary solar charging port circuit, so that circuit has fuse protection. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Winnebago has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for the same repair before the recall work was performed. Bring repair invoices, payment records, and related service paperwork to the dealer or contact Winnebago customer service to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 17, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 5, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V546?
Recall 18V546 covers 6,700 2016-2019 Winnebago motorhomes with an auxiliary solar charging port circuit that is not fused. If connected solar panels exceed the circuit's amperage capacity, the unprotected circuit can increase fire risk. Winnebago dealers will install an inline 15 amp fuse for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2019 Winnebago motorhome is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 18V546. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to schedule the inline fuse installation for the auxiliary solar charging port circuit. Reference recall number 18V546 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Winnebago dealers will install an inline 15 amp fuse into the auxiliary solar charging port circuit free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The affected solar charging port circuit lacks fuse protection, so connected solar panels that exceed the circuit's amperage capacity can leave the circuit unprotected and increase fire risk. The free dealer repair adds the fuse protection the circuit needs.
When were owners notified about recall 18V546?
Winnebago issued interim owner notices on December 4, 2018, and the recall began on June 5, 2019. If you own one of the listed Winnebago models and never received a letter, check your VIN and call a Winnebago dealer with recall number 18V546.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V546000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-641-585-6939 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V546 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V546000 |
Source documents
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