2022 Winnebago INSPIRE: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
2 owner complaints analyzed
3 distinct recall campaigns
4,016 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 model year. Data snapshot: . 1 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility:Wheelchair Lift/Ramp is the most frequently named component, appearing in 1 of 2 complaints (50.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 50.0% |
| Braking behavior | 1 | 50.0% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility:Wheelchair Lift/Ramp | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Structure:Body | 1 |
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility:Wheelchair Lift/Ramp: 1; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights: 1; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch: 1; Power Train: 1; Structure:Body: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 1 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 1; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (1). 1 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 |
2023: 1; 2024: 1
Pattern summary
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility:Wheelchair Lift/Ramp leads the component reports. Transmission and shifting appears in 1 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11515823 · 2023-04-06 (April 6, 2023)
The contact owns a 2022 Winnebago Inspire built on a 2022 Freightliner XC-S Chassis. The contact stated that while the RV was parked and turned off, the rear brake lights remained illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated while later reversing into a parking space, the message "Shift Inhibitor" was displayed, and the RV failed to shift into gear. The contact stated that the RV was undrivable. The local dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 4,016. The VIN …
Owner-reported narrative. 4,016 miles reported. Look up ODI 11515823 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11631823 · 2024-12-20 (December 20, 2024)
Power wheelchair door only works sporadically. It has been in the shop multiple times and they can’t seem to fix it. I have been locked in multiple times. Winnebago is aware that there is a manufacturing flaw but can’t seem to remedy it.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11631823 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
3 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
22V500000 · Structure:Body:Step/Ladder | Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Reported: 2022-07-12 (July 12, 2022)
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Inspire motorhomes. The support underneath the step well cover may be insufficient.
Consequence: An insufficient support underneath the step well cover can allow the step to collapse when stepped on, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replaced the 0.75 inch support surface to 1.50 inches, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2022. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is Recall 167.
NHTSA campaign record ↗23V365000 · Seat Belts:Critical Fasteners
Reported: 2023-05-24 (May 24, 2023)
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Winnebago Shell, 2021-2023 Winnebago Inspire, 2022-2023 Winnebago Vista, Adventurer, Forza, Journey and Itasca Sunstar motorhomes. The seat belt attachment may have been improperly tightened. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence: A loose seat belt attachment may not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the seat belt attachment fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Winnebago at 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 175.
NHTSA campaign record ↗24V295000 · Equipment:Electrical | Equipment:Appliance:Oven/Stove/Cooktop
Reported: 2024-04-26 (April 26, 2024)
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sunstar, Vista, 2022-2023 Cambria, Inspire, 2023 Forza, 2024 Minnie Winnie, Spirit, 2024-2025 Porto and Vita motorhomes. The LED backlight circuit board in the cooktop range may fail, causing the board to overheat.
Consequence: A circuit board that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the cooktop control panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 184.
NHTSA campaign record ↗