2003 Winnebago Sightseer Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 18%of 11 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,738miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the equipment of the 2003 Winnebago Sightseer, 18% of the 11 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,738 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 4 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Bought 2003 Winnebago/ Sightseer model 30b leftover from meyers super store in new york on february 14, 2004. Since then have had numerous defects on unit. Hydraulic jacks failed on first trip- leak on jack at fitting, jack would not retract. Taken for service, could not find problem. Service dealer replaced numerous parts in five trips to dealership (manifold replaced; solenoid replaced; switched wires; replaced switch box inside unit - touchpad). Left rear jack still does not seem to work in unison with other jacks when used. Second trip out - water heater failed to ignite on 2nd day. …”
NHTSA complaint #10093842, filed 2004-10, 5,738 miles“Numerous defects involving 2003 Winnebago Sightseer. Passenger side windshield leak, driver side windshield leak, slide out leak behind the driver seat, compartment to left of the entry door leaked, under the slid out leaked, dining cushion was coming apart, the driver's seat not aligned squarely with the steering wheel, chassis A/C didn't get cold, kitchen sink had a crack, kitchen faucet leaked, outside temperature sensor didn't work, the leak in the back corner on the driver;s side, the front drapes water stained on delivery, entry door constantly squeaked, the vent for the stove…”
NHTSA complaint #10092757, filed 2004-09Related recalls
- 10V525000Oct 26, 2010Winnebago is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. The population of refrigerators being addressed contains…Covers: Winnebago Sightseer 1996–2011, Adventurer 1996–2011, Itasca Suncruiser 1996–2011 +13 more
- 04V358000Jul 19, 2004On certain motor homes equipped with samsung microwave ovens, models mr1031wb, mr1032bb, mr1033sb, mr1351wb, and mr1352bb, the microwaves were produced with a…Covers: Winnebago Sightseer 2003, Itasca Sunova 2003–2004, Rialta Rialta 2003–2004 +4 more
- 03V405000Oct 16, 2003On certain motor homes equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these units were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit…Covers: Winnebago Sightseer 2001–2004, Rialta Rialta 2001–2004, Winnebago Brave 2001–2004 +8 more
- 03V243000Jul 8, 2003On certain motor homes, when the cooking range and furnace are operating at the same time, the flame on the cooking range could be forced downward over the…Covers: Winnebago Sightseer 2002–2004, Itasca Sunova 2002–2004
Related service bulletins
- 10213593May 31, 2022Service 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…
- 10199382Jul 14, 2021Service 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, 2021Service Bulletin to dealers advising them of part sales training opportunities.
- 10199380Mar 26, 2021General Parts and Service Letter to dealers detailing the warranty part return procedure.
Equipment: other model years
Other parts of the 2003 Winnebago Sightseer
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Winnebago Sightseer
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.
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