Recall 24V541 covers 2,193 2021-2025 Winnebago Ekko motorhomes for an underprotected solar charging circuit. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
Winnebago is recalling 2,193 2021-2025 Ekko motorhomes because the solar charging system lacks enough over-current protection. The circuit can overheat and melt the fuse, increasing 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 solar charging system on a 2021-2025 Winnebago Ekko charges the coach battery system from the roof-mounted solar panels. The 30 AMP fuse is part of that electrical circuit. Its normal job is to interrupt excess current before wiring or nearby components overheat.
On these motorhomes, the solar charging circuit was designed without enough over-current protection. Winnebago traced the problem to manufacturer circuit-protection recommendations that were not properly built into the assembly. When the circuit carries more current than the protection can safely handle, heat builds in the circuit and the fuse can melt instead of protecting the system as intended.
The warning sign is simple: the solar charging system does not operate as intended. Owners should treat that as a sign the charging circuit needs dealer attention, especially if solar charging stops working, behaves inconsistently, or shows visible heat damage near the fuse or related components.
Who's affected?
Spans five model years, with solar panel and recreational vehicle/trailer components tied to the same 30 AMP fuse.
| 2023 Winnebago Ekko | Solar panel |
|---|---|
| 2023 Winnebago Ekko | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2025 Winnebago Ekko | Solar panel |
| 2025 Winnebago Ekko | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2021 Winnebago Ekko | Solar panel |
| 2021 Winnebago Ekko | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Winnebago Ekko | Solar panel |
| 2022 Winnebago Ekko | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2024 Winnebago Ekko | Solar panel |
| 2024 Winnebago Ekko | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 2,193 |
| 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 motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A melted fuse increases the risk of a fire. If the solar charging system does not operate as intended, stop using that system and contact a Winnebago dealer for recall guidance. Schedule the recall work when the repair opens. Repair will be free at any franchised Winnebago dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2025 Winnebago Ekko is included in this recall.
- Review the Winnebago owner letter mailed October 25, 2024, for current repair instructions before scheduling service.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer and ask when the free solar controller fuse and component replacement is ready for your motorhome.
- Reference recall number 24V541 (Winnebago recall 186) when you call the dealer or Winnebago customer service.
- Reduce use of the solar charging system until the repair is complete, since the missing over-current protection can let the circuit overheat and melt the fuse.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair will be free once Winnebago opens it. At the dealer, a Winnebago technician will replace the solar controller fuse and any related components needed to restore over-current protection in the solar charging circuit. If you already paid for a related solar charging system repair, Winnebago's standard reimbursement plan covers documented requests. Keep repair invoices and payment records, and ask Winnebago customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 18, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 1, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| August 1, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 13, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 25, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V541?
Recall 24V541 covers 2,193 2021-2025 Winnebago Ekko motorhomes with a solar charging system that lacks sufficient over-current protection. The circuit can overheat and melt the fuse, increasing fire risk. Winnebago's repair replaces the solar controller fuse and related components for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2025 Winnebago Ekko is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 24V541. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer and ask whether repair instructions and parts are ready for your VIN. Reference recall number 24V541 and Winnebago recall 186 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair to be performed at no cost. Winnebago dealers will replace the solar controller fuse and related components free of charge once the repair is available for your specific Ekko.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The solar charging system lacks enough over-current protection, so the circuit can overheat and melt the fuse. If your VIN is included, ask the dealer for current instructions before using the solar charging system.
When were owners notified about recall 24V541?
Winnebago mailed owner notification letters on October 25, 2024. If you bought the Ekko used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether this recall applies. Winnebago customer service is available at 1-641-585-3535.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V541000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-641-585-3535 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V541 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V541000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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