2006 Winnebago View Problems
- Complaints
- 22filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 8,408miles, 19 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 4campaigns 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 2006 Winnebago View (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 2006 Winnebago View. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 9 complaints (41% of the total), followed by brakes (4) and electrical system (3). 19 of the complaints include a mileage, and 95% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 8,408 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 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.
- Engine cooling9 41%
- Brakes4 18%
- Electrical system3 14%
- Wheels2 9.1%
- Equipment1 4.5%
- Fuel system1 4.5%
- Body and structure1 4.5%
- Suspension1 4.5%
- Tires1 4.5%
Also reported: Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “My 2006 Winnebago VIEW keeps going into a reduced power limp home state. Very dangerous on the interstate.. I can't merge properly and vehicle won't go over 60 MPH. Very little power at higher speeds. Not possible to drive with flow of traffic. This is going to cause an accident sooner or later.”
NHTSA complaint #10161026, filed 2006-06, 1,000 milesBrakes: “2006 Winnebago VIEW. Entering the highway, transmission stayed in 1st gear causing a dangerous situation. The cars behind stacked up behind me, as well as the highway --- I had no choice but to merge on to. Dealer said its the ABS module that is bad. I had the amber triangle, wheel PSI,check engine and ABS lights on. Vehicle speedometer was inoperative also. The cost will be $3300 dollars and two weeks worth of waiting on the part. 1800 miles from home. I can disconnect the battery and reconnect.and drive. …”
NHTSA complaint #10521495, filed 2013-06, 43,400 milesElectrical system: “My 2006 Winnebago VIEW motorhome shuts down unexpectedly while driving. Every system goes flat line and I have to coast over to the shoulder, put the vehicle in park and then restart the engine.”
NHTSA complaint #10161448, filed 2006-07, 2,200 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “While stopped in traffic - went to accelerate and nothing. Ended up being the transmission. I purchased this vehicle at 30k. Had the tranny fluid and filter changed. Just spent 7000 k on remanufactured transmission. It had a total of 53307 miles on it. This is a crap vehicle. Even the mercedes mechenic. Told me to get rid of it as soon as I can. Said the tranny wasn't made to haul a camper. This failure happened in atlanta, on top of the third bridge high interstate (285/85). We stopped traffic for an hour on a friday at 5pm. Then set on top for 8.5 hours waiting for tow truck.”
NHTSA complaint #10748916, filed 2015-08, 53,307 milesMileage when problems were reported
95% of the 19 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 3,000 and 20,911 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
- 10V470000Oct 5, 2010Seat beltsCovers: Winnebago View 2006–2011, Itasca Navion 2006–2011
Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 winnebago view and itasca navion motor homes because the dinette area seat belt restraints on those vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210…
- 07V163000Apr 10, 2007Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Winnebago View 2006, Itasca Navion 2006
On certain motor homes, the exterior slideout storage drawer can inadvertently slide out during normal highway operation.
- 05V573000Dec 28, 2005Structure › BodyCovers: Winnebago View 2006, Itasca Navion 2006, Meridian 2006 +15 more
On certain motor homes equipped with kwikee brand electric steps, the steps may have been manufactured with defective step control units.
- 05V265000Jun 6, 2005Suspension › Rear › Springs › Air suspension system › Springs/bagsCovers: Winnebago View 2006, Itasca Navion 2006
On certain motor homes equipped with optional rear suspension air bags, the upper mount can move and contact the tire.
Recall details for the 2006 Winnebago View → · 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 View
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | — | 6 | — | — | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 14 | 2,000 | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2021 | 8 | 25,000 | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 9 | 8,000 | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2018 | 5 | 3,191 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 22 | 8,408 | 4 | — | — | — | Stable |
All Winnebago View model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 Winnebago View have?
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 2006 Winnebago View as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 Winnebago View is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 9 complaints (41% of the total), followed by brakes with 4.
Has the 2006 Winnebago View been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 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 2006 Winnebago View reported?
Among the 19 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 8,408 miles and the middle half falls between 3,000 and 20,911 miles; 95% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 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.