2002 Winnebago Brave Problems
- Complaints
- 16filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 24,398miles, 10 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 2002 Winnebago Brave (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 2002 Winnebago Brave. The part named most often is electrical system, with 4 complaints (25% of the total), followed by brakes (3) and equipment (3). 10 of the complaints include a mileage, and 60% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 24,398 miles. Of all complaints, 3 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.
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.
- Electrical system4 25%
- Brakes3 19%
- Equipment3 19%
- Body and structure3 19%
- Suspension2 13%
- Other or unknown1 6.3%
- Tires1 6.3%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “Parking brake on vehicle locks up when vehicle is stopped and will not release. Vehicle cannot be moved. Parking brake also tries to engage while traveling down the highway. This has occurred six times since 2011. Each time the parking brake pressure sensor is replaced and one time the parking brake shoes were replaced as well. There is also a leak in the actuator. We have been unable to fix this without the problem occurring again and again.”
NHTSA complaint #10577772, filed 2014-04, 28,796 milesBrakes: “This concerns safety recall 50901-c on workhorse custom chassis with bosch brakes. This is the second recall for problems with the bosch brakes which was not corrected the first time. The brake calipers and pads and rotors were replaced at 40000 miles. This time I experienced brake loss in october of 2009 so I called the workhorse number today to get and idea of when the brakes would be replaced (again) and a young lady proceeded to lecture me on what they were not going to do and all the disclaimers. We are preparing to travel in april 2010 for the summer. …”
NHTSA complaint #10303636, filed 2010-02, 70,000 milesEquipment: “The 2002 winnwbag Brave model 34d experienced a failure of the front attachment bracket to the liquid propane tank. The approximately 1/4 thick by 10 high bracket cracked completely and left the tank suspended by only two bolts at the rear that appeared to have been intended to stabilize the tank ,but not support the weight as they were attached to only two small tabs. This problem was discovered during maintenance to replace two of the failed stabilizer hydraulic jacks. …”
NHTSA complaint #10194105, filed 2007-06, 17,928 milesBody and structure: “I have a 2002 Winnebago Brave model 34d motorhome and experienced a problem with the mounting of the propane tank. While on a trip I went to shut off the propane tank valve and discovered that the tank was moving. Upon investigation I discovered that the mounting plate that the tank is bolted to had completely fractured and the tank was being held up by the rear only. This is a 28 gallon propane tank that is used for cooking, heating and hot water and is mounted at the bottom of the motorhome. …”
NHTSA complaint #10133980, filed 2005-08Mileage when problems were reported
60% of the 10 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 12,000 and 52,000 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 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…
- 09V300000Jul 29, 2009EquipmentCovers: Winnebago Brave 2002–2003, 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…
- 09V113000Apr 8, 2009Fuel system, diesel › Storage › Tank assemblyCovers: Winnebago Brave 2002–2004, Itasca Sunrise 2002–2006, Winnebago Adventurer 2005–2006 +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.
- 03V405000Oct 16, 2003Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Winnebago Brave 2001–2004, Rialta Rialta 2001–2004, Itasca Sunrise 2001–2004 +8 more
On certain motor homes equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these units were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the…
- 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.
Recall details for the 2002 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 2002 Winnebago Brave have?
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 2002 Winnebago Brave as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Winnebago Brave is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 4 complaints (25% of the total), followed by brakes with 3.
Has the 2002 Winnebago Brave 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 2002 Winnebago Brave reported?
Among the 10 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 24,398 miles and the middle half falls between 12,000 and 52,000 miles; 60% 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.