2016 Winnebago Sightseer
Only 0 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 0 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 |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 3 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 2 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
No complaint components on file for this model year.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Entry Step Failures
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Winnebago Sightseer and Itasca Sunova motorhomes with a D35G floorplan, manufactured March 19, 2015, to July 15, 2015.
Remedy: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness for damage, repairing it as necessary. Additionally, the harness attachment point will be relocated to provide the harness extra clearance.
Campaign 15V581000 — check if this car was fixed
Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Winnebago Brave, Sightseer, Vista and Adventurer motorhomes and Itasca Tribute, Sunova, Sunstar, and Suncruiser motorhomes manufactured from July 13, 2015, through...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and Ford dealers will replace the transmission shift control bracket and adjust the transmission shift cable, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015.
Campaign 15V664000 — check if this car was fixed
Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Remedy: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the step switch connections at no charge. The recall began on February 12, 2016. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535.
Campaign 15V866000 — check if this car was fixed
Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Remedy: Winnebago will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for replacement or aftermarket fire extinguishers, free of charge. The recall began on January 19, 2018.
Campaign 17V782000 — check if this car was fixed
Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters began being mailed January 31, 2025. Owners may contact Winnebago at 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 192.
Campaign 24V826000 — check if this car was fixed
Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact Winnebago Customer Care at 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 189.
Campaign 24V733000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Winnebago Sightseer — pre-purchase inspection
- Verify recall 15V581000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V664000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V866000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V782000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V826000 (latches/locks/linkages, structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V733000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2016 Winnebago Sightseer reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 2016 Winnebago Sightseer 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.