2000 Four Winds Chateau recalls and problems

The 2000 Four Winds Chateau has 2 safety recalls and 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Four Winds dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2000 Four Winds Chateau vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Four Winds Chateau recalls

Recall 03V-449: Equipment

Reported Nov 4, 2003 · 12,918 vehicles affected · FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL

Problem: On certain travel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these ovens were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.

Risk: An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. This could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.

Fix: Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. 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 samsung at 800-932-3837 or four winds at 1-219-266-1111.

Recall 01V-097: Seat Belts

Reported Mar 30, 2001 · 3,150 vehicles affected · FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL

Problem: Vehicle description: certain motorhomes equipped with safety belt assemblies produced by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.

Risk: Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.

Fix: Am-safe notified four winds' customers to return their vehicle to an authorized dealer to have the seat belts repaired free of charge. Owner notification began august 31, 2000. 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 AM-safe commercial products at 219-266-8330 or four winds at 219-266-1111.

2000 Four Winds Chateau problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Tires	6
Visibility	2
Engine	1

Most reported parts

Tires › Tread/Belt — 3
Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices — 2
Tires › Valve — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 27,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Four Winds Chateau complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 43,815 miles · reported Aug 9, 2016

No. 10 spark plug blowout at 60 MPH on freeway, damaging the ignition coil, engine block and wiring harness. This is a known issue since 1997 with the ford triton engine due to a long-standing shoddy design (Use of steel engine block w/aluminium inserts for the spark plugs, and only 4 threads for the spark plugs, instead of the standard 6 threads.

Tires · reported Sep 13, 2004

The consumer found a 4 inch split in the sidewall of the right inner tire. The consumer had the tire replaced and put air in all the tires, however while driving, the consumer all of a sudden felt a vibration and discovered the tread came off the right rear outside tire. The consumer was able to purchase a used firestone tire, however while driving, there was a loud bang and the consumer found that the right rear inner tire had blown out the side wall that faced the inside of the outer tires. The consumer replaced all the tires with bf goodrich.

Tires · at 13,850 miles · reported Jun 27, 2003

Tire valve system blew out and caused tire to go flat. The consumer had all of the valve stems replaced with stainless steel bolts. The consumer felt there should be a reimbursement for the replacement.

Tires · reported Dec 3, 2002

Consumer stated that while driving experienced complete tread separation resulting in a blowout of tire. Vehicle is a 1999 four winds chateau. Tire info: firestone 225/75r16 DOT no.- * provide** original tires 25,800k miles on tire inside dual on passenger side

Visibility · reported Oct 3, 2001

Consumer was informed by a ford dealership the lower mirror arm on the passenger side is going to break loose because of a manufacturing defect that has caused two metal stress cracks.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Four Winds Chateau have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Four Winds Chateau: 03V-449 (equipment), 01V-097 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Four Winds Chateau?

Owners report tires problems most often (6 reports), followed by visibility (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 27,000 miles.

Are Four Winds recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Four Winds dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.