2004 Winnebago Sightseer Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 67%of 9 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 29,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the brakes of the 2004 Winnebago Sightseer, 67% of the 9 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 29,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is 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.
“We had complete brake failure and the brake peddle went right to the floor. We have a workhorse p32 and I had to apply the e brake to stop the rv. We had it towed to a ford truck shop and found out the brake calipers and all other components were either burnt or cracked. This sure doesn't seem right to me since there was a recall on the workhorse w series and not the p series!”
NHTSA complaint #10850813, filed 2016-03, 29,000 miles“This may pertain to NHTSA campaign ea07016. 2004 Winnebago Sightseer 35 n with workhorse w22 (not sure of chassis year)chassis. While underway noticed what appeared to be a loss of power, steering wheel pulling to the left. Not understanding what was happening attempted to slow down/stop coach. Pedal was not firm and at one point I thought I had lost braking. Burning (slight) odor was noticed inside the coach with windows closed. Stopped twice to look under coach for any evidence of fluid leaks (dark out no light) no obvious leak. Left front wheel assembly was warmer than others. …”
NHTSA complaint #10264427, filed 2009-04, 23,523 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Winnebago with a workhorse chassis. The model was unknown. The contact received a recall notice for the brakes and was told by the dealership in his area, that the manufacturer would only send six kits at a time the vehicle would not be repaired for 8 months. The contact stated that because they use the vehicle in order to travel south for the winter and the brake have already failed was a safety concern. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileages were 56000.”
NHTSA complaint #10356782, filed 2010-09, 56,000 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Winnebago Sightseer. The contact stated the brakes would drag excessively at any speed and the hubcaps would overheat when driving after a short period of time. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the calipers were cleaned and lubricated. The failure recurred five months later. The vehicle was taken back to an authorized dealer where they cleaned and lubricated the calipers a second time. The failure mileage was 29,000 and the current mileage was 29,121. Updated 11/11/10 the consumer would like to cancel his complaint. …”
NHTSA complaint #10350592, filed 2010-08, 29,000 miles“2004 Winnebago Sightseer electric park brake system problems. Customer states that he has had the sensor, actuator, switch, and pump replaced. Consumer states it became disabled and had to be towed for repair. The parts that were replaced were leaking hydraulic fluid.”
NHTSA complaint #10206111, filed 2007-10Related recalls
- 09V186000May 28, 2009Winnebago is recalling vehicles equipped with axles that include bosh zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal…Covers: Winnebago Sightseer 2001–2009
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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