WINNEBAGO TRAVATO (2020) recall — Structure
Winnebago is recalling certain 2017-2024 Travato motorhomes due to a retractable awning that may extend unintentionally during transit, creating a road hazard.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An awning that extends during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Winnebago is recalling 2017-2024 Travato motorhomes because the retractable awning can extend unintentionally while driving, potentially causing a crash. This recall requires dealers to install a parking brake interlock module and update the awning firmware for free. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80192-winnebago-travato-2020-motorhome-recall-awning-extension-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80192-winnebago-travato-2020-motorhome-recall-awning-extension-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #23V627000
Cite this page
“Winnebago Travato 2020 Motorhome Recall: Awning Extension Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80192-winnebago-travato-2020-motorhome-recall-awning-extension-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #23V627000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V627000).
Why it’s dangerous
The retractable awning may extend unintentionally while the motorhome is moving, creating a distraction or road hazard. This could lead to a crash if the awning obstructs the driver's view or interferes with the vehicle's operation.
Who’s affected
Owners of Winnebago Travato motorhomes from 2017 to 2024 are affected. Motorhome drivers are most at risk if the awning extends unintentionally during transit.
How to tell if you have this one
Check your Winnebago Travato motorhome's year of manufacture, which is between 2017 and 2024. The recall applies to all models in this range.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Winnebago Customer Service
Reach out to Winnebago customer service at 1-574-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885 to schedule a repair.
Get Firmware Update
Dealers will update the awning firmware for free to prevent unintentional extension.
Install Parking Brake Interlock
Dealers will install a parking brake interlock module to ensure the awning does not extend unintentionally.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will install a parking brake interlock module, and update the awning firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-574-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 176. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 22V-696. Motorhomes previously repaired under 22V-696 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Questions people ask
What year models are affected by this recall?
Winnebago Travato motorhomes from 2017 to 2024 are affected.
How can I tell if my awning is part of this recall?
If your Travato motorhome was manufactured between 2017 and 2024, it is part of this recall.
Do I need to do anything if my motorhome was already repaired under a previous recall?
Yes, if your motorhome was repaired under NHTSA Recall 22V-696, you will need to have the new remedy completed by a dealer.
Contact Winnebago
We’ve drafted a message you can send Winnebago to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V627000 — Winnebago Winnebago Hello, I own a Winnebago that is covered by recall 23V627000 from Winnebago. The official recall notice states: Dealers will install a parking brake interlock module, and update the awning firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-574-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 176. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 22V-696. Motorhomes previously repaired under 22V-696 will need to have the new remedy completed. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #23V627000 (August 9, 2023)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.