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2011 WINNEBAGO JOURNEY Safety Overview

The 2011 WINNEBAGO JOURNEY has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 3 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Electrical system
  • Engine and engine cooling
  • Equipment

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for WINNEBAGO JOURNEY owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2011 WINNEBAGO JOURNEY 12V566000

Winnebago Industries is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Winnebago Journey and Tour motorho...

Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 12V566000: Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/6/2012
2011 WINNEBAGO JOURNEY 11V520000

WINNEBAGO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 JOURNEY, MERIDIAN, TOUR, ELLIPSE MOTOR HOMES AND W...

IF THE INLET OR OUTLET SECTIONS DISCONNECT, HOT EXHAUST GASES CAN VENT PRIOR TO EXITING THE TAILPIPE, CREATING THE RISK OF COMBUSTION AND A FIRE. IF BOTH CLAMPS FAIL, THERE IS A RISK IN SOME APPLICATIONS THAT THE DOC/DPF HOUSING MAY DETACH COMPLETELY, CREATING A ROAD HAZARD.

NHTSA Recall 11V520000: IF THE INLET OR OUTLET SECTIONS DISCONNECT, HOT EXHAUST GASES CAN VENT... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/20/2011
2011 WINNEBAGO JOURNEY 10V525000

WINNEBAGO IS RECALLING CERTAIN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1200-SERIES NORCOLD REFRIGERAT...

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.

NHTSA Recall 10V525000: THE SENSING ALGORITHM OR THERMAL SWITCH INSTALLED TO SHUT OFF POWER TO THE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/26/2010

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.