Recall 23V627 affects 8,583 2017-2024 Winnebago Travato motorhomes for a retractable awning that can extend in transit. Repair will be free once available.
Winnebago is recalling 8,583 2017-2024 Travato motorhomes because the retractable awning can extend during transit. An awning that opens on the road can distract drivers or become a road hazard, which increases crash risk; the Winnebago dealer repair will be free once Winnebago makes the remedy available.
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What's wrong?
The retractable awning on 2017-2024 Winnebago Travato motorhomes is the exterior shade unit mounted to the body. Its motor is supposed to extend the awning only when commanded and hold it stowed while the motorhome is moving. When that system stays locked, the awning remains tight against the side of the vehicle during travel.
On affected Travato motorhomes, Winnebago found new causes for the awning extending on its own after an earlier recall repair. The issue involves motor housing durability, meaning the case around the motor does not hold up as intended, and improper electrical connections that let the awning receive or act on the wrong signal. The result is an awning that extends during transit instead of staying stowed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing an owner notices is the awning moving out when it was not commanded to extend.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2017-2024 Travato model years, with the same awning listed under RV equipment and body structure components.
| 2023 Winnebago Travato | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2023 Winnebago Travato | body structure |
| 2022 Winnebago Travato | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Winnebago Travato | body structure |
| 2024 Winnebago Travato | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2024 Winnebago Travato | body structure |
| 2020 Winnebago Travato | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2020 Winnebago Travato | body structure |
| 2018 Winnebago Travato | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2018 Winnebago Travato | body structure |
| 2021 Winnebago Travato | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2021 Winnebago Travato | body structure |
| 2019 Winnebago Travato | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2019 Winnebago Travato | body structure |
| 2017 Winnebago Travato | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2017 Winnebago Travato | body structure |
| Units affected | 8,583 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An awning that extends while the motorhome is moving can distract the driver or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. It can extend without warning, so treat any unexpected awning movement as a reason to pull over safely and contact the dealer before continuing. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2024 Winnebago Travato is included in this recall.
- Check for Winnebago's owner letter, mailed April 4, 2024, before calling for repair timing.
- Ask a franchised Winnebago dealer when the free parking brake interlock module and awning firmware update that stops unintended awning extension during transit is ready for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 23V627 and Winnebago recall 176 when you contact the dealer or Winnebago customer service.
- Keep the retractable awning fully stowed before driving, and stop in a safe place if it extends during transit.
What happens at the repair
Winnebago is still developing the final dealer repair. Once it is available, a Winnebago technician will install a parking brake interlock module and update the awning firmware. Parts and labor will be free under the recall. Motorhomes repaired under the earlier awning recall still need this new remedy completed. If you already paid for an awning related repair before the recall notice, Winnebago's standard reimbursement plan covers documented requests. Keep your service paperwork and contact Winnebago customer service.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 8, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 15, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| September 15, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 1, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 4, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V627?
Recall 23V627 covers 8,583 2017-2024 Winnebago Travato motorhomes with a retractable awning that can extend unintentionally during transit. An awning that opens on the road can distract the driver or become a road hazard, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2017-2024 Winnebago Travato is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 23V627. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer and ask about the parking brake interlock module and awning firmware update. Reference recall 23V627 or Winnebago recall 176 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Winnebago dealers will install a parking brake interlock module and update the awning firmware free of charge for affected Travato motorhomes.
Is it safe to drive my Winnebago Travato before the recall repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety issue is that the retractable awning can extend during transit and create a distraction or road hazard. If your VIN is included, ask a Winnebago dealer for current repair timing and handling instructions.
When did Winnebago notify owners about recall 23V627?
Winnebago mailed owner notification letters on April 4, 2024. Used owners and recent buyers still need to check the VIN, because recall notices follow registration data and prior owners. The dealer repair remains free for an included Travato.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V627000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-574-585-6939 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V627 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V627000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 →