2020 Winnebago Revel recalls and problems

The 2020 Winnebago Revel has 2 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Winnebago dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Winnebago Revel vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Winnebago Revel recalls

Recall 24V-318: Air Bags, Electrical System

Reported May 7, 2024 · 15,572 vehicles affected · Winnebago Industries, Inc.

Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2025 Revel, 2020-2025 Navion, Porto, View, Vita, 2022-2023 Adventure Van, and 2024-2025 Ekko motorhomes. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wires can be caught in the seat mechanism when the driver or passenger seats are adjusted.

Risk: Damaged wires can prevent air bags from deploying in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and re-route the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 185.

Recall 23V-663: Electrical System

Reported Sep 29, 2023 · 4,968 vehicles affected · Winnebago Industries, Inc.

Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Revel motorhomes. The cables near the lithium batteries may contact the battery hold-down brackets, which can damage the cables and cause a short circuit.

Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will reroute the current carrying cables and secure them, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 28, 2023. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 178.

2020 Winnebago Revel problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Forward Collision Avoidance4
Structure1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Engine1
Electrical System1

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 2
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 2
  • Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 6,000 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 2020 Winnebago Revel complaints

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

Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Apr 24, 2025
Our 2020 Sprinter (Winnebago Revel) had 13,212 miles on it when I first reported this issue. During our ownership we have experienced many failures of the Advanced Driver Assistance System, one previous failure happened when where a semi-truck was preparing to pass me and was very close behind my van, when my vans cruise control deactivated we quickly slowed down and the driver of the truck had to take evasive maneuvers to avoid an accident. When this failure happens two error messages are displayed on the instrument display behind the steering wheel, “Active Brake Assist Functions Limited…
Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Sep 6, 2023
Our 2020 Sprinter (Winnebago Revel) currently has 13,212 miles on it. During our ownership we have experienced about(?) 12 failures of the Advanced Driver Assistance System, during our last trip of ≈1400 miles we experience this failure twice, both occurring while driving on a state highway while being passed in the opposite direction by on-coming traffic. This trip triggered a memory of at least one previous failure that also occurred while being passed in the opposite direction by on-coming traffic. When this failure happens the cruise control is immediately deactivated which requires the…
Structure · at 6,000 miles · reported Oct 21, 2022
The contact owns a 2020 Winnebago Revel RV built on a 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 chassis. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the retractable awning erroneously extended and detached from the RV. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The local dealer was not notified. The contact was concerned that the failure could have occurred while driving on a freeway. The failure mileage was 6,000. The contact stated that they are currently waiting for the necessary parts to repair the…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Winnebago Revel have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Winnebago Revel: 24V-318 (air bags, electrical system), 23V-663 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Winnebago Revel?

Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (4 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 6,000 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.