Recall 26V016 covers 3,045 2021-2027 Winnebago motorhomes for water tank heating pad failure that increases fire risk. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
Winnebago is recalling 3,045 2021-2027 motorhomes, including Travato, Minnie Winnie, Spirit, Navion, View, Sunflyer, Commercial Vehicle, and 425 Commercial Shell models, because the ThermaHeat water tank heating pad can develop high resistance and fail. A heating pad failure can raise the risk of a fire, and Winnebago dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The ThermaHeat Tank Heating Pad on affected 2021-2027 Winnebago motorhomes is an electric freeze-prevention pad mounted at the water tank. Its job is simple: add controlled heat around the tank so water and plumbing are protected when the coach is used or stored in cold conditions. It is used on Spirit, Minnie Winnie, Travato, View, Navion, Sunflyer, Commercial Vehicle, and 425 Commercial Shell models.
On these motorhomes, the problem appears to start at the pad's neutral connection. That connection is part of the electrical return path for the heater pad. If resistance builds at that point, the connection heats up instead of carrying power cleanly, and the pad can fail. Winnebago's remedy is to replace it with a different brand of water tank heating pad.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the pad is mounted near the water tank and out of normal view, owners are unlikely to spot the problem before the heater pad stops working or shows heat damage.
Who's affected?
Spans 8 Winnebago RV and commercial-body lines across the 2021-2027 model years, all using the same ThermaHeat tank heating pad.
| 2026 Winnebago Travato | Freeze prevention heater |
|---|---|
| 2025 Winnebago Minnie Winnie | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2025 Winnebago Spirit | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2025 Winnebago Travato | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2024 Winnebago Minnie Winnie | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2024 Winnebago Travato | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2024 Winnebago Spirit | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2024 Winnebago Navion | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2025 Winnebago Navion | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2024 Winnebago View | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2025 Winnebago View | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2026 Winnebago Spirit | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2026 Winnebago Minnie Winnie | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2027 Winnebago Sunflyer | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2026 Winnebago Sunflyer | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2026 Winnebago Navion | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2026 Winnebago View | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2021 Winnebago Commercial Vehicle | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2024 Winnebago Commercial Vehicle | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2023 Winnebago Commercial Vehicle | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2022 Winnebago Commercial Vehicle | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2026 Winnebago Commercial Vehicle | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2025 Winnebago Commercial Vehicle | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2023 Winnebago 425 Commercial Shell | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2026 Winnebago 425 Commercial Shell | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2025 Winnebago 425 Commercial Shell | Freeze prevention heater |
| 2024 Winnebago 425 Commercial Shell | Freeze prevention heater |
| Units affected | 3,045 |
| 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?
A failed water tank heating pad can raise the risk of a fire. The recall does not identify a warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Winnebago dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2027 Winnebago Travato, Minnie Winnie, Spirit, Navion, View, Sunflyer, Commercial Vehicle, or 425 Commercial Shell is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to schedule the free water tank heating pad replacement that fixes the high-resistance pad failure.
- Bring the recall notice if Winnebago mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V016 when you call.
- Avoid using the water tank heating pad until the dealer installs the replacement pad.
- Call Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 with questions about recall 26V016 or Winnebago recall 201.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Winnebago technician installs a new water tank heating pad to replace the recalled ThermaHeat tank pad. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered at no cost. Winnebago used its general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign, so owners who already paid for a related water tank heating pad repair can ask Winnebago customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documentation for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 16, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 16, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| January 16, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 16, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V016?
Recall 26V016 covers 3,045 2021-2027 Winnebago Spirit, Minnie Winnie, Travato, View, Navion, Sunflyer, Commercial Vehicle, and 425 Commercial Shell motorhomes equipped with a ThermaHeat Tank Pad. The water tank heating pad can fail from high resistance, increasing fire risk. Winnebago dealers install a new heating pad for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2027 Winnebago motorhome is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 26V016. If it is, contact a franchised Winnebago dealer to schedule the water tank heating pad replacement. Reference recall number 26V016 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's remedy says dealers will install a new water tank heating pad free of charge at a franchised Winnebago dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The recalled motorhomes have a water tank heating pad that can develop high resistance and fail. A heating pad failure can increase the risk of a fire, so confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer repair if your motorhome is included.
When did Winnebago notify owners?
Winnebago mailed owner notification letters on March 16, 2026. If you bought the motorhome used or did not receive a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Winnebago dealer if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V016000 |
|---|---|
| Winnebago customer service | 1-641-585-6939 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V016 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V016000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Remedy Instructions (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (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 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →