1999 Winnebago Brave
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1999 Winnebago Brave. Newest first.
Winnebago IS recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. the population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. the response times of the sensor…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.
Remedy
Winnebago IS working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. the recall began during december 2010. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or winnebago at 1-641-585-3535.
Owner complaints
4 complaints2 involved a crash13 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer · Parking brake
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 brave winnebago (na). while driving 65 mph, the auto park light illuminated. the contact called his mechanic and was informed to disconnect the emergency brake. the contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and he stated that a switch on the auto park needed to be…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 brave winnebago (na). while driving 65 mph, the auto park light illuminated. the contact called his mechanic and was informed to disconnect the emergency brake. the contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and he stated that a switch on the auto park needed to be changed. the contact stated that the vehicle does not have an emergency brake. the engine size and number of cylinders were unknown. the current mileage was 33,000 and failure mileage was 32,000. updated 12/27/07 *lj
- Structure › Body
While driving in high gust of wind roof of vehicle detached at seams and ripped off on driver's side. Lost insulation in top of vehicle. Dealer contacted. *ak
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Wife, donna was driving. two consecutive lit stopsignals/ brakes failed when she "stood" on the brake. first signal not too serious, but second signal motorhome was totaled out. all brakes seemed to test out ok except at the two consecutive signals. this IS a braking problem and most likely…
Wife, donna was driving. two consecutive lit stopsignals/ brakes failed when she "stood" on the brake. first signal not too serious, but second signal motorhome was totaled out. all brakes seemed to test out ok except at the two consecutive signals. this IS a braking problem and most likely a combination with ABS. we know this IS somewhat common because others have told of their experiences, except not so serious. we expect you to have some additional information on this type of vehicle braking problem. thank you alan and donna
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
#1 brakes failed, tail ended two vehicles. tested brakes over 2 mile turnaround and no problem, within 3 miles (next stoopsign) brakes failed again rearended simitruck and 3 vehicles, extracation needed, transport to hosp. Needed. also driver seat would not respond to controls and driver had…
#1 brakes failed, tail ended two vehicles. tested brakes over 2 mile turnaround and no problem, within 3 miles (next stoopsign) brakes failed again rearended simitruck and 3 vehicles, extracation needed, transport to hosp. Needed. also driver seat would not respond to controls and driver had to be extrcaated from position. driver was cited both times for careless, reclease driving which IS not true. brakes failed!!
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10251128Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin outlines the characteristics of new roof sealant being used.
- 10226724Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin advises of a manufacturing change to the shower surround sealant process for all units.
- 10213593Service Bulletin sent to all dealers. This bulletin advises dealers they no longer need to email Winnebago the signed Vehicle Registration Form, but they should retain a copy for their records.
- 10199382Service Bulletin to dealers reminding them to understand their state's Lemon Law and to comply with Winnebago Motorhome mandates outlined in the Policy & Procedure Manual.
- 10199381Service Bulletin to dealers advising them of part sales training opportunities.
- 10199380General Parts and Service Letter to dealers detailing the warranty part return procedure.
- 607605Subject regarding the intellitec powerline energy management system.
Every Winnebago Brave model year
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