2000 Winnebago Brave Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 26,482miles, 3 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 2000 Winnebago Brave (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2000 Winnebago Brave. The part named most often is brakes, with 4 complaints (44% of the total), followed by steering (2) and fuel system (1). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 67% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 26,482 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 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.
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.
- Brakes4 44%
- Steering2 22%
- Fuel system1 11%
- Body and structure1 11%
Example complaints
Brakes: “We have a 2000 Winnebago Brave, p32 chassis. In july we received a letter from workhorse telling us to have our auto park system checked. Since we were planning a long out of state trip in august we decided to have the system checked out before our trip. Our coach has 26,000 miles and we have never had any problems. We thought this letter was a recall letter. …”
NHTSA complaint #10140144, filed 2005-10, 26,482 milesSteering: “Steering system has worn out and needed to be replaced. Dealer has inspected vehicle. Idler arm replaced and bell crank replaced, consumer states that these parts cause vehicle to drift from side to side and wallow on uneven surfaces.”
NHTSA complaint #874837, filed 2000-11Fuel system: “Vehicle experienced fuel odor inside, the consumer looked under the motor and saw fuel leaking from the fuel lines, the plastic gas hose snap-on connector between the engine and main gas line failed. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #747794, filed 2001-07Mileage when problems were reported
67% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 16,454 and 51,598 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 10V525000Oct 26, 2010EquipmentCovers: Winnebago Brave 1996–2011, Adventurer 1996–2011, Itasca Suncruiser 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…
- 08V265000Jun 13, 2008Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Winnebago Brave 2000–2001, Chieftain 1999–2001, Itasca Horizon 2000–2002 +5 more
Winnebago is recalling my 1999-2002 ultimate advantage, ultimate freedom, my 1999-2001 chieftain, my 2000-2001 brave, my 2001 journey my 2000 minnie winnie, my 2000-2002 itasca horizon, my 1999 suncruiser, my 2001 sunflyer, and my 2000 sunrise motor homes…
- 03V060000Feb 21, 2003Service brakes, hydraulic › Brake fluid low warning › LampCovers: Winnebago Brave 2000–2003, Adventurer 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.
- 01V128004Apr 30, 2001Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: Winnebago Brave 2000–2001, Journey 1996–1997, Adventurer 2000–2001 +12 more
Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by am-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
- 01V099000Mar 26, 2001Fuel system, other › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Winnebago Brave 2000–2001, Adventurer 2000–2001, Itasca Sunrise 2000–2001 +1 more
Vehicle description: motor homes. The copper line supplying liquid propane gas (lpg) to the furnace may have been improperly clamped, which could cause the line to come in contact with a metal flange.
- 00V273004Oct 13, 2000Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: Winnebago Brave 2000, Journey 1996, Adventurer 2000 +12 more
Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by am-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
Recall details for the 2000 Winnebago Brave → · 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 Brave
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 7 | 29,000 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 12 | 27,612 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 16 | 24,398 | 5 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 6 | 24,000 | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 9 | 26,482 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1994 | 5 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Winnebago Brave model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000 Winnebago Brave have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2000 Winnebago Brave as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2000 Winnebago Brave is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 4 complaints (44% of the total), followed by steering with 2.
Has the 2000 Winnebago Brave 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 2000 Winnebago Brave reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 26,482 miles and the middle half falls between 16,454 and 51,598 miles; 67% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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.