1997 Winnebago Minnie Winnie
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 0 |
| 1996 | 4 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 3 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 7 total reports mention: tires.
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FIRESTONE STEELTEX RADIAL LT225/75R16. INSIDE RIGHT REAR DUAL ON OUR 31 ' 97 WINNEBAGO VIBRATED FOR ABOUT 3 SECONDS AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND THEN A LOUD NOISE (TREAD CAME OFF AND I COULD SEE TRAFFIC BEHIND ME AVOIDING THE TREAD).
NHTSA ODI report, 20030629
WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO VIBRATE AND THEN THE TIRE EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. *MR *TS *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030609
FIRESTONE TIRES P225 75 R16 EXPERIENCED CUPPING, TREAD SEPARATION, AND ONE TIRE WOULD NOT HOLD AIR, CONSUMER WANTS REIMBURSEMENT. *SLC
NHTSA ODI report, 20001025
2 of 7 total reports mention: tires.
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WE HAVE A 1997 MINNIE WINNIE MOTORHOME WITH FIRESTONE STEELTEX RADIAL TIRES R4S LT225/75R16 M/S. ONE OF THE REAR DUALLY TIRES BLEW ON A TRIP WITH LESS THAN 18,000 MILES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040308
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1997 Winnebago Minnie Winnie — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1997 Winnebago Minnie Winnie 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 Minnie Winnie?
The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 71% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Winnebago Minnie Winnie have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.