Recall 10V-268: 2009–2010 Four Winds Freedom Elite, 2011 Four Winds International Freedom Elite
FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jun 16, 2010, covering about 415 vehicles.
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> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V268000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Four Winds Freedom Elite | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Four Winds International Freedom Elite | 2011 | 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 10V-268?
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.
How is recall 10V-268 fixed?
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.
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.