2004 Winnebago Journey problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Visibility:windshield Wiper/Washer (1) · Structure:frame And Members (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment 2010-10-26 · campaign 10V525000 · 18,461 vehicles
Defect: 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 SWITCH TO SHUT OFF POWER TO THE REFRIGERATOR WHEN HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE DETECTED IN ORDER TO PREVENT A POTENTIAL FIRE. THE RESPONSE TIMES OF THE SENSOR ALGORITHM AND THERMAL SWITCH DEVICES TO STOP POWER ARE NOT SUFFICIENT.
Risk: THE SENSING ALGORITHM OR THERMAL SWITCH INSTALLED TO SHUT OFF POWER TO THE REFRIGERATOR WHEN HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE DETECTED DUE TO A POSSIBLE HYDROGEN GAS LEAK MAY NOT SHUT OFF IN SUFFICIENT TIME TO PREVENT A FIRE.
Fix: 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 REPORT 10E-049 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING DECEMBER 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NORCOLD AT 1-800-767-9101 OR WINNEBAGO AT 1-641-585-3535.
Service bulletins (7)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2024-04-05 · 7SB009-24-01A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin sent to dealers advising of the required legal verbiage each ro should document.
Unknown Or Other 2024-02-23 · 7SB002-24-01A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin sent to all winnebago dealers. bulletin outlines the characteristics of new roof sealant being used.
Structure 2022-09-19 · 7SB005-23-01A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin sent to all winnebago dealers. bulletin advises of a manufacturing change to the shower surround sealant process for all units.
Equipment 2022-05-31 · 7SB009-22-02A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin sent to all dealers. this bulletin advises dealers they no longer need to email winnebago the signed vehicle registration form, but they should retain a copy for their records.
Equipment 2021-07-14 · 7SB009-21-02A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin to dealers reminding them to understand their state's lemon law and to comply with winnebago motorhome mandates outlined in the policy & procedure manual.
Equipment 2021-07-01 · 7SB010-21-01Z · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin to dealers advising them of part sales training opportunities.
Showing the 6 most recent of 7 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2022-04-15 · Unknown Or Other“winnebago propane road tank serial #1661055. this tank is mounted on the frame with 2 brackets which are welded to the tank and bolted to the frame. this is the second time for this failure. the tank forms a crack at the end of the bracket where the bracket has a sharp 90 degree corner. the bracket is not welded at this point and is welded 3/4 of a…”
2021-06-22 · Equipment · 110,000 mi“the contact owns a 2004 winnebago journey travel trailer. the contact stated that there was a propane odor detected about a year ago but the propane leakage was recently found at the weld joints where there was a stress crack. the local dealer and gander rv & outdoors of nashville (2614 music valley dr, nashville, tn 37214) were made aware of the f…”
2016-06-13 · Unknown Or Other · 65,000 mi“lpg tank is leaking from the weld where the mounting bracket is attached. this is a recall.winnebago is refusing to make good on this issue.a lot of other complaints on the web for the exact same problem.not very good service from winnebago!!!…”
2014-08-05 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 28,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2004 winnebago journey recreational vehicle. the contact stated that the fuel tank continuously leaked near the welded front bracket. an independent mechanic stated that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. the approximate failure mileage was 28,000. updated 1…”
2014-06-06 · Fuel System, Other:storage · 47,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2004 winnebago journey motor home. the contact stated that the motor home emitted a strong propane odor. the contact also noticed that the propane tank had a hole in the bracket mounting area due to defective welding. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the lp tank needed to be replaced. the manufac…”
2012-05-08 · Equipment:recreational Vehicle/Trailer:lpg Systems · 55,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2004 winnebago journey motor home. the contact stated that the motor home emitted a strong propane odor. the contact also noticed that the propane tank had a hole in the bracket mounting area due to defective welding. the manufacturer denied assistance with the repair. the motor home was not repaired. the failure mileage was …”
2010-06-23 · Equipment:recreational Vehicle/Trailer:lpg Systems:tank Assembly · 45,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2004 winnebago journey rv. the contact stated that while parked, the propane detection alarm sounded in the vehicle. when examining the vehicle, the contact noticed a very small crack where the propane tank was welded to the vehicle. the manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that his vehicle was not included in n…”
2008-07-15 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · 32,000 mi · 🔥 fire“on july 1st of this year our 2004 winnebago journey had a fire in the engine compartment the cause of the fire was evident. the two hydraulic lines for the rear slide were routed around the frame immediately adjacent to the turbo charger and repeated exposure to the heat of that unit had caused them to deteriorate, burst and spray hydraulic flui…”
2008-06-04 · Structure:frame And Members · 4,090 mi“when in operation on wet road conditions our 2004 winnebago journey over charges the coach batteries. the inverter over charges over 16 volts causing a high voltage to the batteries. after this occurs there are several electronic instruments that are burnt out. there has been multiple attempts to fix this issue, but no successful solution has been …”
2004-12-01 · Visibility:windshield Wiper/Washer · 840 mi“front windshield wipers stopped operating during inclement weather. consumer pulled over vehicle until it stopped raining. consumer took vehicle to the dealer.*ak…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.