2005 Itasca Suncruiser Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 18,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 Itasca Suncruiser (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2005 Itasca Suncruiser. The part named most often is brakes, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by electrical system (1) and engine cooling (1). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 18,000 miles. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes2 40%
- Electrical system1 20%
- Engine cooling1 20%
- Fuel system1 20%
Example complaints
Brakes: “While driving my Itasca Suncruiser motorhome to cobb & son rv repair I noticed I was unable to maintain normal speed. Arrived at cobb and explained to ritchie cobb the problem I was having. Ritchie had a tech measure the heat at the brakes and they were at 900 degrees. Informed recall from workhorse regarding a brake issue and that the vehicle would have to be driven to an authorized workhorse dealer for repair (100 miles away). …”
NHTSA complaint #10463952, filed 2012-07, 15,000 milesElectrical system: “The contact stated there was a smell of something overheating in a reclining couch within the coach. The vehicle had a switch used to disconnect the power to the living area of the motor home. The switch was tripped, and the contact reached in to the motor area of the seat. The motor was exceedingly hot, so the contact allowed it to cool. 2 months later, the motor was removed and examined to find melted wiring and melted brushes. A service dealer was contacted, who was unable to determine the problem. The frame of the couch was manufactured by shrock manufacturing incorporated. …”
NHTSA complaint #10175568, filed 2006-12, 18,000 milesEngine cooling: “Driving on route 281 from brownsville tx. To san antonio tx. In my 2005 Itasca Suncruiser. At about 65 MPH my vehicle started to drift on the road. Trying to correct it I found I had no steering...I put on my brakes and found I had no brakes. I was scared and did not know what to do. The dash instruments showed alternator problems. Engine problems..etc...I felt death was near...I took my foot of the gas to let it slow down and stop...praying nothing would get in front of me as I had no control...water and steam blew out over the window and things seemed to be getting worse. …”
NHTSA complaint #10360307, filed 2010-10, 22,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 15,000 and 22,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 10V525000Oct 26, 2010EquipmentCovers: Itasca Suncruiser 1996–2011, Winnebago Adventurer 1996–2011, Itasca Sunflyer 1996–2011 +13 more
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…
- 09V113000Apr 8, 2009Fuel system, diesel › Storage › Tank assemblyCovers: Itasca Suncruiser 2005–2006, Sunrise 2002–2006, Winnebago Brave 2002–2004 +2 more
Winnebago is recalling 2,331 my 2002-2004 brave and itasca sunrise my 2005 2006 winnebago voyage, adventurer, itasca sunrise and suncruiser motor homes. The propane tank mounting bracket may have an incomplete or improper weld.
- 05V407000Sep 14, 2005Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Itasca Suncruiser 2003, 2005, Winnebago Journey 2004–2006, Itasca Meridian 2004–2006 +3 more
On certain motor homes, the roof vent for the optional 4-door refrigerator was incorrectly located.
- 05V077000Mar 2, 2005Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Itasca Suncruiser 2005, Winnebago Adventurer 2005
Certain motor homes built on 24,000-lb gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr)workhorse chassis with 235/80r22.5g xrv tires fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, 'tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other…
- 04V609000Dec 22, 2004Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Itasca Suncruiser 2003–2005, Winnebago Brave 2003–2005, Adventurer 2003–2005 +6 more
On certain motor homes built on a 20,700 gvwr or greater workhorse chassis, there may not be sufficient clearance in the area where the fuel line crosses the frame cross member.
- 04V608000Dec 18, 2004Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: Itasca Suncruiser 2004–2005, Winnebago Sightseer 2004–2005, Journey 2004–2005 +11 more
Certain seat belt buckles on some motor homes fail to conform to the load requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Recall details for the 2005 Itasca Suncruiser → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2005 Itasca Suncruiser.
Other model years of the Itasca Suncruiser
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 5 | 18,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2004 | 6 | 12,800 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Itasca Suncruiser model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 Itasca Suncruiser have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2005 Itasca Suncruiser as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 Itasca Suncruiser is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by electrical system with 1.
Has the 2005 Itasca Suncruiser been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2005 Itasca Suncruiser reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 18,000 miles and the middle half falls between 15,000 and 22,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.