2000 Four Winds Hurricane recalls and problems

The 2000 Four Winds Hurricane has 3 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Four Winds dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

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

2000 Four Winds Hurricane 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 03V-069: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Mar 5, 2003 · 3,482 vehicles affected · FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL

Problem: Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.

Risk: In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.

Fix: Dealers will repair the brake warning lamp circuit. Owner notification began may 13, 2003. 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 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 Hurricane problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Steering1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 1
  • Steering › Electric Power Assist System — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 46,600 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 Hurricane complaints

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

Structure · at 46,600 miles · reported Dec 20, 2005
Both walls of the driver's cabin on the 2000 model hurricane rv separated from the floor such that the roadway below could be seen as one drove down the highway at cruising speeds. The dashboard separated from the front/side walls and was "freefloating". Road noise was loud and dust, rain water,etc. Entered the vehicle. The rv floated back-and-forth on the highway, especially when cross winds or large trucks passed. The entire rv shook constantly and rattled because the body of the rv was not attached in the front to the floor. The rv body bounced as it went down the road, because nothing was…
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 300,000 miles · reported Dec 13, 2004
While driving at 65 MPH a loss of 12 volts completely LED to engine failure. The brakes failed. It totally left the vehicle inoperable.....consumer contacted four wind and was told that a solenoid went bad, an dhad to find out which on eit is. Also, they claimed this happened before. Cost for solenoid replacement is $39.00- $6.oo freight, total $45.00. Consumer installed it by himself.
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 23,000 miles · reported Sep 15, 2003
While driving at an undetermined speed, the front strap that holds the gas tank to the body of the vehicle snapped and impacted the road. This could have caused a fire if the strap had struck the tank, per consumer.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Four Winds Hurricane have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Four Winds Hurricane: 03V-449 (equipment), 03V-069 (service brakes, hydraulic), 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 Hurricane?

Owners report fuel system, gasoline problems most often (1 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 46,600 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.