2001 Winnebago Adventurer

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2001 Winnebago Adventurer
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:32:46.101Z

Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Winnebago Adventurer Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 7 complaints 1995: 13 complaints 1996: 14 complaints 1997: 11 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1999: 17 complaints 2000: 14 complaints 2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 18 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2004: 22 complaints 2005: 7 complaints 2006: 3 complaints 2007: 3 complaints 2007 2008: 7 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 1 complaints 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2014: 0 complaints 2015: 0 complaints 2016: 1 complaints 2017: 0 complaints 2017 2018: 0 complaints 2019: 2 complaints 2020: 1 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2022: 4 complaints 2022 2023: 1 complaints 2024: 0 complaints 2025: 0 complaints 2025
2001: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
19923
19933
19947
199513
199614
199711
19986
199917
200014
200114
200218
200316
200422
20057
20063
20073
20087
20090
20101
20113
20120
20130
20140
20150
20161
20170
20180
20192
20201
20217
20224
20231
20240
20250

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes.

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THIS MOTORHOME WAS PURCHASED NEW IN MAR OF 2001. IN APR OF THAT YEAR THE PARKING BRAKES WOULD NOT DISENGAGE. IT WAS TOWED TO A SERVICE FACILITY AND REMAINED THERE FOR SEVERAL WEEKS BECAUSE OF PARTS SHORTAGE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130520

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 WINNEBAGO ADVENTURER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120806

VISIBILITY

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.

VISIBILITY

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.

VISIBILITY

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.

CRASH
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LEFT FRONT AND RIGHT FRONT DOUBLE PANED SIDE WINDOWS ARE SO FOGGED UP THAT I CANNOT SEE THE MIRRORS VERY WELL. WINDOWS MADE BY ATWOOD. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20080630

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 14 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010412 — fuel system, other

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES. THE COPPER LINE SUPPLYING LIQUID PROPANE GAS (LPG) TO THE FURNACE MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY CLAMPED, WHICH COULD CAUSE THE LINE TO COME IN CONTACT WITH A METAL FLANG

Remedy: DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE THE LPG LINE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 12, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY

Campaign 01V099000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20010525 — seat belts

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CLASS A MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES BUILT BY AM-SAFE. ON SOME SEAT BELTS, THE BUCKLE AND CONNECTOR MAY UNLATCH DURING A COLLISION.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE LAP BELTS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IT WITH A NEW BELT ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 25, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED

Campaign 01V128004 — check if this car was fixed

R 20010810 — fuel system, other

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON A WORKHORSE CHASSIS. THE BLACK PIPE SUPPLYING LIQUID PROPANE (LP) GAS TO THE FURNACE WAS NOT LONG ENOUGH, WHICH COULD CAUSE THE COPPER LINE THAT IS CONNEC

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BLACK PIPE AND REPLACE THE LP LINE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 10, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO N

Campaign 01V252000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20030425 — service brakes, hydraulic

CERTAIN MOTOR HOME CHASSIS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 105,"HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BRAKE SYSTEMS." THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR MAY NOT FUN

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPAIR THESE VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 25, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY

Campaign 03V060000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090831 — equipment

WINNEBAGO IS RECALLING 1,547 MODEL YEAR 2001-2003 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH NORCOLD MODEL 1200LRIM REFRIGERATORS, MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 1, 2001 TO DECEMBER 31, 2002, WITH SERIAL NUMBERS BE

Remedy: WINNEBAGO IS WORKING WITH NORCOLD AND NORCOLD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE VEHICLE'S REFRIGERATOR WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 09E-027). OWNERS MAY CONTACT NORCOLD'S RECALL CENTER AT 1-8

Campaign 09V300000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20101215 — equipment

WINNEBAGO IS RECALLING CERTAIN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1200-SERIES NORCOLD REFRIGERATORS. THE POPULATION OF REFRIGERATORS BEING ADDRESSED CONTAINS EITHER A SENSING ALGORITHM OR THERMAL SW

Remedy: WINNEBAGO IS WORKING WITH NORCOLD TO IDENTIFY AND NOTIFY ANY AFFECTED OWNERS. OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT NORCOLD DEALERS TO RECEIVE THE REMEDY FREE OF CHARGE. PLEASE SEE NORCOLD'S DEFECT R

Campaign 10V525000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Winnebago Adventurer — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 01V099000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V128004 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V252000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V060000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09V300000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V525000 (equipment) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2001 Winnebago Adventurer reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Winnebago Adventurer?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Winnebago Adventurer have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.