2004 Winnebago Brave Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 29,000miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 5campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2004 Winnebago Brave (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2004 Winnebago Brave. The part named most often is brakes, with 7 complaints (100% of the total), followed by suspension (1). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 71% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 29,000 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.
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.
- Brakes7 100%
- Suspension1 14%
Example complaints
Brakes: “Traveling north on i81 near greencastle,pa. In inclement winter conditions and extremely rough pavement ,the electric/hydraulic emergency brake suddenly came on at 65mph nearly causing an accident. We heard a loud sound of the brake engaging the driveshaft and smelled hot components. We limped off the interstate ad found keystone rv center where repair/inspection was perormed for $366.72. Additional work was later performed at further cost.”
NHTSA complaint #10681106, filed 2015-02, 54,134 milesSuspension: “I had recently completed a 2 week trip driving approx 1800 miles. Was taking my motorhome to a dealer to have a rock guard installed when it started pulling to the right and shifting funny. This was in town with easy driving. I quickly noticed the smell of overheated brakes and immediately, as soon as it was safe, pulled off the road to check. I carry an infrared thermometer and took the temps of all 4 wheel's disc brakes. The front right (passenger) brake was reading over 400 degrees and the 3 others were reading in approximately the 125 degree range. …”
NHTSA complaint #10243293, filed 2008-09, 8,272 milesMileage when problems were reported
71% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 13,199 and 48,700 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…
- 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.
- 04V609000Dec 22, 2004Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Winnebago Brave 2003–2005, Adventurer 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 Brave 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."
- 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…
Recall details for the 2004 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 2004 Winnebago Brave have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2004 Winnebago Brave as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2004 Winnebago Brave is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 7 complaints (100% of the total), followed by suspension with 1.
Has the 2004 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 2004 Winnebago Brave reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 29,000 miles and the middle half falls between 13,199 and 48,700 miles; 71% 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.