Recall 23V234 affects 1,266 2021-2023 Winnebago Ekko motorhomes for 12-volt wiring defects that increase fire risk. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
Winnebago is recalling 1,266 2021-2023 Ekko motorhomes because the 12-Volt charging system can have improperly routed wires and loose electrical connections. Those faults can overload electrical circuits, damage components, and increase fire risk; Winnebago dealers will inspect and repair the charging system free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The house 12V charging system in the 2021-2023 Winnebago Ekko supplies low-voltage power for the motorhome's living-area electrical equipment. Its wiring and ground connections need to stay tight and routed correctly so charging current moves through the intended circuits. The auxiliary alternator is part of that charging path and helps keep the house battery system charged while the vehicle operates.
On affected Ekko motorhomes, the wiring was routed incorrectly or left with loose electrical connections. Loose grounds and misrouted cables raise electrical resistance, overload circuits, and damage electrical components. Winnebago traced the issue to failures in the house 12V charging system, including auxiliary alternator failure, and reported fires connected to that system in NHTSA campaign 23V234.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not identify a light, sound, smell, or other owner-visible symptom that appears before the charging system fails.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2021, 2022, and 2023 Ekko motorhomes, all tied to the house 12v charging system.
| 2023 Winnebago Ekko | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2021 Winnebago Ekko | electrical system |
| 2022 Winnebago Ekko | electrical system |
| Units affected | 1,266 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Overloaded electrical circuits can damage components and increase the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall repair soon and ask the dealer whether the vehicle should stay parked until inspection. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2023 Winnebago Ekko is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to schedule the free inspection and correction of the 12-Volt charging-system wire routing and electrical connections.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it, and reference recall number 23V234 when you call.
- Limit use until the repair is complete because overloaded electrical circuits increase the risk of a fire.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Winnebago technician inspects the charging system wire routing and electrical connections, then corrects improper routing and secures loose electrical connections. The recall repair is free at the dealer, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid for the same cable routing or electrical connection repair before the recall work, Winnebago's standard reimbursement plan covers reimbursement requests. Bring repair invoices and proof of payment, or ask Winnebago customer service how to submit the documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 31, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 6, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| April 6, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 30, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 30, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V234?
Recall 23V234 covers 1,266 2021-2023 Winnebago Ekko motorhomes with 12-Volt charging system wires that are improperly routed or have loose electrical connections. The condition can overload circuits and damage electrical components, including the auxiliary alternator, increasing fire risk. Winnebago dealers will fix it for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2023 Winnebago Ekko is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 23V234. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to schedule the electrical-system inspection and correction. Reference recall 23V234 or Winnebago recall 174 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Winnebago dealers will inspect and correct the wire routing and electrical connections free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included 2021-2023 Ekko motorhomes.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. Improper wire routing and loose electrical connections in the 12-Volt charging system can overload electrical circuits and damage components. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair and ask the service desk for any driving guidance tied to your motorhome.
When were owners notified about recall 23V234?
Winnebago mailed owner notification letters on May 30, 2023. If you bought the Ekko used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included, then call a franchised Winnebago dealer with recall number 23V234.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V234000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-641-585-6939 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V234 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V234000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →