2000 Winnebago Minnie recalls and problems

The 2000 Winnebago Minnie has 2 safety recalls and 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Winnebago dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2000 Winnebago Minnie vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Winnebago Minnie recalls

Recall 01V-128: Seat Belts

Reported Apr 30, 2001 · 4,370 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.

Risk: Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the lap belts and, if necessary, replace it with a new belt assembly. Owner notification began may 25, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact AM-safe at 1-219-266-8330 or winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.

Recall 00V-273: Seat Belts

Reported Oct 13, 2000 · 6,550 vehicles affected · WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.

Risk: Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the defective buckle assemblies.

2000 Winnebago Minnie problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Tires	12
Structure	1
Electrical System	1

Most reported parts

Tires › Tread/Belt — 7
Tires › Sidewall — 1
Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 33,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Winnebago Minnie complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · at 15,250 miles · reported Apr 20, 2006

2000 winnebago minnie model 31c class c motor home utilizing a 2000 ford e450 chassis. Tire inflation pressures are religiously checked prior to each use of the motor home. On april 17, 2006 while driving (North on us98 at mile marker 17 in mobile, alabama) at 50 MPH the right rear inboard tire (Firestone lt225-75 r 16 load range e) suffered an explosive failure followed by tread separation. The failure was not preceded by a detectable vibration but appeared to be instantaneous. The tread bent the exhaust into the remaining tire and stripped the fender and rock shield protecting the LPG…

Electrical System · at 32,000 miles · reported Aug 22, 2005

Wiring harness loose, came in contact with exhaust causing short and a complete shutdown of PCM (Blown fuse) with resultant shutdown of engine computer and engine in the middle of traffic. In both cases, was able to pull to side of roadway but were traffic heavier, would have been stalled in traffic lane. I'm only advising of this in case others have experienced it and it is the result of a general defect in the vehicle that may be dangerous.

Tires · at 35,066 miles · reported Jul 22, 2004

We were traveling in our 2000 winnebago minnie 31c [class c] motorhome. We left the campground which is located about 25 miles ne of richmond, va at about 1130 AM. The outside temperature was between 78-80 degrees. We were traveling south on I-295 and had been on the road about 15 minutes when we heard a load banging sounds and felt our rv shaking. Looking in the rear view mirror we saw what appeared to be chunks of tire flying away from our rv. We immediately pulled over to the highway shoulder to check to see what happened. Upon inspection, we found that the passenger side rear inside dual…

Tires · at 40,300 miles · reported Apr 13, 2004

Complete tread separation, I-55 about 3 miles south of exit to blytheville ar. Speed 70 MPH, temp 55. Winnebago 27 FT minnie rv, ford chasis. Orig equip tire approx 40,300 mi. Left rear inner dual. Tire did not immediately deflate. Drove on to exit and changed to spare. This is third tire of this series DOT vd1l1xd 349 to separate tread on this vehicle. See odi number 10036700 and odi number 10036694 (Incidents occurring july 19 and 20 of 2003).this tire is not suitable for use on this type vehicle, regardless of what ford, firestone, or NHTSA says. These steeltex tires need to be taken off…

Tires · at 34,400 miles · reported Jan 9, 2004

On a nys inspection and tire rotatio the front right tire sidewall was cracked and split around the circumference,but did not blow.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Winnebago Minnie have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Winnebago Minnie: 01V-128 (seat belts), 00V-273 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Winnebago Minnie?

Owners report tires problems most often (12 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 33,000 miles.

Are Winnebago recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Winnebago dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.