2005 Winnebago Sightseer problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (3) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2) · Seat Belts (1)
Safety recalls (2)
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.
Seat Belts 2010-10-05 · campaign 10V467000 · 1,925 vehicles
Defect: WINNEBAGO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2009 WINNEBAGO SIGHTSEER AND ITASCA SUNOVA MOTOR HOMES BECAUSE THE DINETTE AREA SEAT BELT RESTRAINTS ON THOSE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES." IN A COLLISION, THE GENERATED CRASH FORCES CAN CAUSE THE RESTRAINT'S ATTACHMENT TO TEAR AND ALLOW THE ANCHOR TO SEPARATE FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE.
Risk: IF THE RESTRAINT SEPARATES FROM THE VEHICLE DURING A CRASH, THE BELT WILL NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN THE SEAT OCCUPANT, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH TO THE OCCUPANT.
Fix: WINNEBAGO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS A DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 10, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WINNEBAGO AT 1-800-537-1885.
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
2022-08-04 · Service Brakes“when driving the abs warning alerted us. we stopped and inspected, but came up with nothing. after returning to drive mode the rv started making a loud hissing sound. we stopped and had it towed to a mechanic shop. the park assist brake burnt up and needed to be replaced. after paying several thousands for the part and the labor we received the rv …”
2015-08-25 · Service Brakes · 19,700 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 winnebago sightseer. while driving at 40 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the brakes seized causing the vehicle to stop prematurely. the contact mentioned that the brake pedal had to be lifted with the foot in order for it to return to normal working position. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufact…”
2015-06-03 · Service Brakes“tl* the contact owns a 2005 winnebago sightseer. the contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, there was an abnormal noise and a burning odor emitting from the vehicle. the contact discovered that the front driver's side tire was extremely hot after turning off the vehicle. the vehicle was restarted and shifted into reverse. the brake pedal was …”
2014-04-24 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 14,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 winnebago sightseer. the contact stated that while driving various speeds, the vehicle was hesitant to respond to the brakes. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the brake caliper needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not included under nh…”
2013-03-01 · Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel · 16,000 mi“recall made december 2005 to repair/replace actia instrument cluster (bulletin #8051-ia, replaces 80201-i, dated march 2002). have had motor home at repair shop since october, 2012 & have not been able to get "workhorse (navistar) customer service to correct the fault. keep getting promise, weekly, with no result. have written winnebago & workho…”
2009-02-17 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 26,000 mi“bosch hydraulic brake system failure on workhorse w22 chasis. right front brake hung up in partial position causing overheating and severe damage to brake parts and damaging (melting) the anti-lock wheel sensor. loss of brake performance. complete brake system (4) replacement by dealership service department required at cost of $2,600.00. old …”
2005-10-12 · Equipment:recreational Vehicle/Trailer:lpg Systems:lines And Fittings“dt: 2005 winnebago sightseer 29. the propane gas line for the stove is collapsing each time the slide out is brought in. the propane gas line has a potential of fracturing after repeated collapsing, allowing the propane gas to escape and set the motor home on fire. the consumer contacted the manufacturer, and they urged him to contact the de…”
2005-09-16 · Seat Belts“2005 winnebago sightseer model 29r safety problem with the seat belt system.*mr the consumer stated there was no vertical adjustment for the seat belt, which could possibly cause serious injuries to the consumer if there was an accident. *jb the consumers wife was forced to wrap the shoulder belt around the arm rest making the seat belt useless.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.