Recall 05V-465: 2006 Four Winds Chateau Citation, 2006 Four Winds Dutchmen Dorado and 4 more
FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Oct 6, 2005, covering about 221 vehicles.
The problem
On certain class a and class b motor homes, the hitch may have been manufactured with a spacer plate that does not fit flush to the rear extension.
The risk
This causes the fasteners to be corner loaded when tightened which could cause the hitch to fail during usage causing a crash which could result in death and injury.
The fix
Dealers will install a new spacer plate and add six new bolts, washers and nuts to secure the spacer plate in place. The recall began on november 11, 2005. Owners may contact four winds at 574-266-1111.
Notes
Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V465000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Four Winds Chateau Citation | 2006 | All years |
| Four Winds Dutchmen Dorado | 2006 | All years |
| Four Winds Hurricane | 2006 | All years |
| Four Winds Magellan | 2006 | All years |
| Four Winds Siesta | 2006 | All years |
| Four Winds Windsport | 2006 | 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 05V-465?
On certain class a and class b motor homes, the hitch may have been manufactured with a spacer plate that does not fit flush to the rear extension.
How is recall 05V-465 fixed?
Dealers will install a new spacer plate and add six new bolts, washers and nuts to secure the spacer plate in place. The recall began on november 11, 2005. Owners may 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.