MYRModel Year Report

1997 Winnebago Brave

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1997 Winnebago Brave
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:44:22.228Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Winnebago Brave Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 0 complaints 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 5 complaints 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 4 complaints 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 9 complaints 2001: 6 complaints 2002: 16 complaints 2003: 12 complaints 2003 2004: 7 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2013: 0 complaints 2014: 0 complaints 2015: 2 complaints 2016: 0 complaints 2016 2017: 0 complaints 2018: 0 complaints 2018
1997: 3 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19870
19880
19890
19900
19910
19922
19932
19945
19953
19960
19973
19984
19994
20009
20016
200216
200312
20047
20050
20060
20070
20080
20090
20100
20110
20130
20140
20152
20160
20170
20180

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

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CONSUMER REQUESTS RECALL REPAIRS ON HIS P-30 CHASSIS MOTOR HOME WHICH IS ROLLING FORWARD WITH PARKING BRAKES APPLIED, CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY DEALER NOT TO PARK ON HILLS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020521

PARKING BRAKE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: parking brake.

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JULY 16, 2001 RECEIVED LETTER FROM CHEVROLET DIVISION-GENERAL MOTORS REGARDING CRASHES CAUSED BY AUTO BRAKE/PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM NOT HOLDING WHEN VEHICLES PARKED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20010810

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

1997 Winnebago Brave — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for parking brake issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 10V525000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 Winnebago Brave 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 1997 Winnebago Brave?

The most-reported component is power train:clutch assembly, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Winnebago Brave have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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