Recall 10V268000: 2009–2010 Four Winds Freedom Elite, 2011 Four Winds International Freedom Elite
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 16, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 415
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Four winds is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 freedom elite model 21c motor homes manufactured from february 2009 through may 2010. These motor homes do not have the required heat shield over the exhaust as specified by the chassis manufacturer. Without the heat shield in place heat is not properly dissipated around the exhaust of the vehicle.
The risk
This potentially could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a heat shield between the exhaust and the residential part of the motor home to dissipate any heat accumulation. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on june 23, 2010. Owners may contact four winds at 1-800-860-5658.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2009 Four Winds Freedom Elite
- 2010 Four Winds Freedom Elite
- 2011 Four Winds International Freedom Elite
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V268000
- Manufacturer
- FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL
- Owner letters
- Jun 23, 2010
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology