Recall 23V663 affects 4,968 2020-2024 Winnebago Revel motorhomes for battery cables that can short circuit. Free repair at Winnebago dealers once available.
Winnebago is recalling 4,968 2020-2024 Revel motorhomes because cables near the lithium batteries can contact battery hold-down brackets, damage the cables, and cause a short circuit. A short circuit raises the risk of a fire, and the Winnebago dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The cable harness near the lithium house batteries in 2020-2024 Winnebago Revel motorhomes carries electrical current for the house power system. The lithium batteries power coach equipment separate from the engine starting battery, so these cables need firm routing, clearance from metal brackets, and protection where they pass near mounting hardware.
On affected Revel motorhomes, the current-carrying cables were routed or retained improperly near the battery hold-down brackets. Road movement lets the cable jacket rub against the bracket. Over time, that contact wears or chafes the insulation. Once the conductor is exposed, the cable can short circuit against nearby metal.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not expect a light, message, sound, or change in how the motorhome drives before the cable damage creates a short circuit.
Who's affected?
Spans five model years of the Revel, all using the same 36-inch Anderson harness in the electrical system.
| 2023 Winnebago Revel | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2024 Winnebago Revel | electrical system |
| 2020 Winnebago Revel | electrical system |
| 2022 Winnebago Revel | electrical system |
| 2021 Winnebago Revel | electrical system |
| Units affected | 4,968 |
| 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 RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire, and there is no warning sign before failure. If your VIN is included, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer for current repair timing and follow any interim instructions from Winnebago. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2024 Winnebago Revel is included in this recall.
- Wait for Winnebago's repair notice before scheduling, because the final dealer repair is not listed as available yet.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer once the repair opens to schedule the free cable rerouting and securing repair that moves current-carrying cables away from the lithium-battery hold-down brackets.
- Reference recall number 23V663 when you call the dealer or Winnebago customer service.
- Avoid using the motorhome if you notice battery-cable damage, heat, smoke, or burning smells before the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair is still under development. Once Winnebago opens it, a Winnebago technician will reroute the current carrying cables near the lithium batteries and secure them so they stay clear of the battery hold-down brackets. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered. Reimbursement requests follow Winnebago's general reimbursement plan. If you already paid for this cable routing or cable damage repair before the recall notice, keep your repair order and payment documentation and contact Winnebago customer service about submitting a claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 29, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 13, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| October 13, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 28, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 28, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V663?
Recall 23V663 covers 4,968 2020-2024 Winnebago Revel motorhomes. Cables near the lithium batteries can contact the battery hold-down brackets, damage the cables, and cause a short circuit. Winnebago's repair is to reroute and secure the current-carrying cables for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2024 Winnebago Revel is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 23V663. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer and ask about recall number 178. The dealer repair is free once the remedy is available for your vehicle.
Is the Winnebago Revel recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Winnebago's remedy says dealers will reroute and secure the current-carrying cables free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 23V663?
The safety risk is fire from an electrical short circuit. The recall says cables near the lithium batteries can rub against battery hold-down brackets, damage the cables, and create a short circuit. If your VIN is included, ask the dealer how to handle the vehicle until the repair is complete.
When did Winnebago notify owners about recall 23V663?
Winnebago expected to mail owner notification letters on November 28, 2023. Because that date has passed, do not rely on mail alone, especially if you bought the motorhome used or moved. Check your VIN and reference Winnebago recall number 178 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V663000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-641-585-6939 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V663 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V663000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 →