2021 Winnebago Ekko Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 5campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2021 Winnebago Ekko (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2021 Winnebago Ekko. The part named most often is electrical system, with 6 complaints (67% of the total), followed by equipment (2) and other or unknown (2). Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 10 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the solar panel filed under the same part. Equipment complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the solar panel and 5 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.
- Electrical system6 67%
- Equipment2 22%
- Other or unknown2 22%
- Engine1 11%
- Lane departure1 11%
- Seat belts1 11%
- Tires1 11%
- Wheels1 11%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “We have a Winnebago EKKO year 2022 and had the 174 recall completed in August of 2023 and now the second alternator Balmar has failed again we smelled the same smoke again and whine like the first one. We disconnected it before it caught fire.”
NHTSA complaint #11591595, filed 2024-05Equipment: “Blind spot monitoring system has failed again after being replaced on a previous winnebago ekko recall. This safety feature no longer available for use No warning messages or symptoms prior to the failure”
NHTSA complaint #11671666, filed 2025-07Other or unknown: “This vehicle has a known fire safety hazard since 2022 as established in public information and documented at NHTSA as of March 31 2023, Overloaded electrical circuits that damage components increase the risk of a fire; NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V234000. We have made numerous attempts to contact the manufacturer regarding this matter but have been ignored. Winnebago has no remedial action plan for this as of this writing and do not seemed to be concerned despite the known fire hazard therein. We are hesitant to use/sleep in this vehicle without a resolution. 5 supporting NHTSA files attached. …”
NHTSA complaint #11539637, filed 2023-08Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 24V541000Jul 18, 2024Equipment › Electrical › Accessory generator › Solar panelCovers: Winnebago Ekko 2021–2025
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Ekko motorhomes. The solar charging system was incorrectly designed without sufficient over-current protection, which can allow the circuit to overheat and melt the fuse.
- 24V024000Jan 18, 2024Lane departure › Blind spot detectionCovers: Winnebago Ekko 2021–2023
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ekko motorhomes. The blind spot monitoring system may fail without warning to the driver.
- 23V234000Mar 31, 2023Electrical systemCovers: Winnebago Ekko 2021–2023
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ekko motorhomes. The 12-Volt charging system may have improperly routed wires and loose electrical connections, which can overload the electrical circuits and cause damage to electrical…
- 22V313000May 9, 2022Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer › Lpg systems › Lines and fittingsCovers: Winnebago Ekko 2021–2023
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ekko vehicles. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
- 21V480000Jun 25, 2021Seat belts › Rear/other › RetractorCovers: Winnebago Ekko 2021–2022, Travato 2021–2022, Solis 2021–2022
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Solis, Travato, and Ekko vehicles, equipped with GE-ES Double Flipseats. The seat belt retractors may lock up when the vehicle is on a slight incline. As such, these seats fail to comply…
Recall details for the 2021 Winnebago Ekko → · 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. 10 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11029218Feb 25, 2026Engine. This Technical Service Bulletin provides guidance for replacing or retrofitting the alternator on certain Winnebago Revel and Ekko motorhomes equipped with Balmar alternators.
- 11008083Aug 16, 2024Other or unknown. Service Bulletin to all Winnebago dealers. Bulletin provides details of Interim Recall Notice being sent to EKKO owners.
- 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.
- 10206828Jan 27, 2022Equipment. Service bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides information on the new warranty mileage limit for Class B units.
- 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 Ekko
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 4,400 | 8 | — | — | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 15 | — | 8 | — | — | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 33 | 39,000 | 7 | — | — | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Too new |
| 2022 | 46 | 23,000 | 10 | — | — | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Rising |
| 2021 | 9 | — | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Winnebago Ekko model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2021 Winnebago Ekko have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2021 Winnebago Ekko as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2021 Winnebago Ekko is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 6 complaints (67% of the total), followed by equipment with 2.
Has the 2021 Winnebago Ekko been recalled?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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.