2003 Winnebago Adventurer Problems
- Complaints
- 16filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 20,634miles, 11 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 5campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2003 Winnebago Adventurer (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 2003 Winnebago Adventurer. The part named most often is brakes, with 10 complaints (63% of the total), followed by equipment (3) and other or unknown (2). 11 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 20,634 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 7 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the lamp filed under the same part. Equipment complaints overlap with 3 recall campaigns and 4 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
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.
- Brakes10 63%
- Equipment3 19%
- Other or unknown2 13%
- Steering2 13%
- Electrical system1 6.3%
- Engine cooling1 6.3%
- Suspension1 6.3%
Example complaints
Brakes: “I have experienced brake drag for a third time on my motor home and am filing a third complaint. Travel was on level roads in urban area traffic (low speed stop and go) when the front brakes began to drag. I found a safe place to pull off the road surface and had to wait hours for the brakes to cool down. I was able to proceed home by being very cautious with applying brakes and avoiding any congested areas. …”
NHTSA complaint #10306740, filed 2010-02, 49,550 milesEquipment: “For the third straight year I have had to take it my 2003 Winnebago Adventurer to an authorized workhorse service center because the dashboard air conditioning wasn't cooling. Each time the refrigerant was gone, they said no leaks could be found and they just recharged the system. They said the o rings might be drying up over winter and then the refrigerant is lost. I have contacted general motors because much of the air conditioning is mounted on their engine. They told me in a phone conversation that workhorse has to rectify the problem. I then e-mailed workhorse with my problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10136768, filed 2005-09, 2,500 milesOther or unknown: “2003 Winnebago Adventurer tow-bar receiver became unbolted on the left side while driving. Consumer states that the tow bar was also bent backward and down since the right side was still securely bolted. The owner of the welding shop stated the bolts were never tightened properly.”
NHTSA complaint #10232856, filed 2008-06Steering: “The consumer feels that the cooling system installed by the workhorse factory is inadequate. The consumer stated that workgorse should do the upgrade free of charge. The consumer also stated that the new workhorse leather steering wheel for better grip should be installed free of charge.”
NHTSA complaint #10101463, filed 2004-11Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 11 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 8,592 and 37,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 10V525000Oct 26, 2010EquipmentCovers: Winnebago Adventurer 1996–2011, Itasca Suncruiser 1996–2011, 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…
- 09V300000Jul 29, 2009EquipmentCovers: Winnebago Adventurer 2001, 2003, Itasca Horizon 2001–2003, Winnebago Journey 2001–2003 +6 more
Winnebago is recalling 1,547 model year 2001-2003 recreational vehicles equipped with norcold model 1200lrim refrigerators, manufactured from march 1, 2001 to december 31, 2002, with serial numbers between 1273701 and 1536607, non-consecutively. A fatigue…
- 05V407000Sep 14, 2005Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Winnebago Adventurer 2003, 2005, 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.
- 04V609000Dec 22, 2004Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Winnebago Adventurer 2003–2005, Brave 2003–2005, Sightseer 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.
- 03V060000Feb 21, 2003Service brakes, hydraulic › Brake fluid low warning › LampCovers: Winnebago Adventurer 2000–2003, Brave 2000–2003, Itasca Suncruiser 2000–2003 +3 more
Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105,"hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by the standard.
Recall details for the 2003 Winnebago Adventurer → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 7 on record; the latest 7 are shown.
- 10252834Apr 5, 2024Other or unknown. Service Bulletin sent to dealers advising of the required legal verbiage each RO should document.
- 10251128Feb 23, 2024Other or unknown. Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin outlines the characteristics of new roof sealant being used.
- 10226724Sep 19, 2022Body and structure. Service Bulletin sent to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin advises of a manufacturing change to the shower surround sealant process for all units.
- 10213593May 31, 2022Equipment. Service 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.
- 10199382Jul 14, 2021Equipment. Service 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.
- 10199381Jul 1, 2021Equipment. Service Bulletin to dealers advising them of part sales training opportunities.
- 10199380Mar 26, 2021Equipment. General Parts and Service Letter to dealers detailing the warranty part return procedure.
Other model years of the Winnebago Adventurer
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8 | — | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 7 | 18,560 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 7 | 64,444 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2004 | 22 | 15,575 | 3 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2003 | 16 | 20,634 | 5 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2002 | 18 | 26,500 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 14 | 32,450 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 14 | 40,900 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 17 | 20,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 6 | 25,716 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1997 | 11 | 25,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1996 | 14 | 17,750 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 13 | 40,045 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1994 | 7 | 10,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Winnebago Adventurer model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2003 Winnebago Adventurer have?
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 2003 Winnebago Adventurer as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2003 Winnebago Adventurer is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 10 complaints (63% of the total), followed by equipment with 3.
Has the 2003 Winnebago Adventurer been recalled?
NHTSA lists 5 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 2003 Winnebago Adventurer reported?
Among the 11 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 20,634 miles and the middle half falls between 8,592 and 37,000 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 30, 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.