Recall 04V-127: 2004 Four Winds Hurricane, 2004 Four Winds Infinity and 1 more
FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Mar 15, 2004, covering about 959 vehicles.
The problem
On certain class a motorhomes equipped with three-point shoulder harness seat belts, the seat pedestal brace was improperly installed or could be missing. Also, the brace could have been installed without utilizing four tec bolts to hold the brace in place.
The risk
This could result in the seat belt harness malfunctioning in the event of a crash, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death to the driver or passenger seat occupants.
The fix
Dealers will either add a seat pedestal brace if brace is not present or install necessary hardware or tec bolts to hold the brace in place. The recall began march 31, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact four winds at 574-266-1111.
Notes
Four winds recall no. R030009. Customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V127000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Four Winds Hurricane | 2004 | All years |
| Four Winds Infinity | 2004 | All years |
| Four Winds Windsport | 2004 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 04V-127?
On certain class a motorhomes equipped with three-point shoulder harness seat belts, the seat pedestal brace was improperly installed or could be missing. Also, the brace could have been installed without utilizing four tec bolts to hold the brace in place.
How is recall 04V-127 fixed?
Dealers will either add a seat pedestal brace if brace is not present or install necessary hardware or tec bolts to hold the brace in place. The recall began march 31, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact four winds at 574-266-1111.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.