2005 Winnebago Adventurer Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 64,444miles, 2 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 Winnebago Adventurer (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2005 Winnebago Adventurer. The part named most often is equipment, with 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by brakes (2) and electrical system (1). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 50% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 64,444 miles. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 7 technical service bulletins for this model year. Equipment complaints overlap with 3 recall campaigns covering the labels 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.
- Equipment3 43%
- Brakes2 29%
- Electrical system1 14%
- Other or unknown1 14%
Example complaints
Equipment: “Recall service for norcold refrigerator installed in 2005 Winnebago Adventurer motorhome. Recall notice received nov. 10. 2010 from norcold. I called my service/dealer to get it repaired. Today they informed me the part would not be available until the first week of january, 2011. I called norcold and was told the parts were on back order and would be shipped about dec. 13th. I feel this is completely wrong that I have to wait so long to get something repaired that they sold as being ok. Now they say it could cause a fire. …”
NHTSA complaint #10368701, filed 2010-12Brakes: “The contact owns a 2005 Winnebago Adventurer rv. The contacted stated that when shifting from park to drive, the parking brake warning light illuminated, indicating that the parking brake was a still engaged. The vehicle was taken directly to the dealer for diagnosis where the contact was advised that the auto park brake system failed. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 34,000. Updated 09/02/11 updated 2/22/12”
NHTSA complaint #10417020, filed 2011-08, 34,000 milesElectrical system: “The digital instrument cluster failed and we could not tell the millage nor what gear we were in. This is definitly a safety concern as one can think they were in drive and really be in reverse”
NHTSA complaint #10371604, filed 2010-12Other or unknown: “April, 2016, rv parked and propane could be smelled. It was determined that it was coming from a cracked weld on a 2009 manchester tank model 68129, Winnebago # 144116-01-000. This 2009 tank was a replacement for a 2005 tank, same Winnebago #, that was installed under NHTSA campaign number: 09v113000 for a cracked weld with leaking propane. Winnebago accepts no responsibility for the failure and manchester says there is no recall for this tank. The newest tank is a 2015 manchester tank same model and Winnebago # as described above. …”
NHTSA complaint #10870072, filed 2016-05, 94,887 milesMileage when problems were reported
50% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 34,000 and 94,887 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
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…
- 09V113000Apr 8, 2009Fuel system, diesel › Storage › Tank assemblyCovers: Winnebago Adventurer 2005–2006, Itasca 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: 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.
- 05V077000Mar 2, 2005Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Winnebago Adventurer 2005, Itasca Suncruiser 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: 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.
- 04V608000Dec 18, 2004Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: Winnebago Adventurer 2004–2005, 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 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 2005 Winnebago Adventurer have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2005 Winnebago Adventurer as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 Winnebago Adventurer is reported most often?
Equipment is named most often, in 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by brakes with 2.
Has the 2005 Winnebago Adventurer 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 Winnebago Adventurer reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 64,444 miles and the middle half falls between 34,000 and 94,887 miles; 50% 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.