NHTSA Recall 26V498000: Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system) and software (equipment)
Park outside Winnebago Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 96 vehicles. It affects 2024–2025 Winnebago Ekko.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V498000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 208 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR; EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL › INFOTAINMENT › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | July 30, 2026 |
| Owner notification | August 24, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Ekko motorhomes. The touchscreen display may register unintended or phantom inputs and turn the generator on without the operator's knowledge.
Safety risk
People in an enclosed space, such as a garage, with a running generator may be at an increased risk of injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside until the repair has been performed. Winnebago will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 208.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V498000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.