2011 Four Winds Hurricane recalls and problems

The 2011 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 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2011 Four Winds Hurricane vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Four Winds Hurricane recalls

Recall 15V-745: Equipment

Reported Nov 10, 2015 · 12,656 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Thor Challenger, Thor Citation, Thor Hurricane, Thor Tuscany, Thor Windsport, 2011-2012 Thor Astoria, Thor Avanti, Thor Chateau, 2011-2014 Thor Daybreak, 2011-2015 Thor Outlaw, Thor Siesta, 2014-2015 Thor Miramar, 2012 Thor Four Winds, 2008-2011 Damon Astoria, Damon Daybreak, Damon Outlaw, Damon Tuscany, 2008-2012, Damon Challenger, 2008-2010 Damon Essence, 2009-2011 Damon Avanti, Four Winds Chateau, Four Winds Citation, Four Winds Four Winds, Four Winds Hurricane, Four Winds Siesta, Four Winds Windsport, 2009-2010 Four Winds Dorado, Four Winds Dutchmen, Four Winds Magellan, Four Winds Mandalay and 2009 Four Winds Fun Mover, and Four Winds Presidio motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.

Risk: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Thor will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism and replace all of the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2016. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is RC000111.

Recall 15V-698: Electrical System

Reported Oct 23, 2015 · 503 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Four Winds Hurricane and Windsport, 2009-2010 Four Winds Mandalay, 2010 Four Winds Magellan, and 2010-2011 Four Winds Serrano motorhomes manufactured May 2, 2009, to September 1, 2010. The affected vehicles are wired to be powered by a generator and are equipped with an Iota ITS-50R transfer switch that may fail when exposed to elevated electrical loads and used in higher ambient temperatures.

Risk: As the transfer switch fails, it may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Iota ITS-50R transfer switch with a transfer switch from another manufacturer, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is RC000106.

Recall 11V-058: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Jan 25, 2011 · 371 vehicles affected · THOR MOTOR COACH

Problem: Thor motor coach is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 damon challenger, model year 2008-2009 challenger platinum, model year 2007-2011 daybreak, model year 2010 daybreak classic, model year 2009-2010 daybreak sport, model year 2007-2009, outlaw and model year 2011 four winds hurricane, recreational vehicles manufactured from march 2007, through august 2008. The fuel-fill cap assemblies used to seal the unused side of the dual-fill gasoline fuel tank were produced with a hose material that did not meet design specifications. During normal usage the hose material may deteriorate which may result in fuel leaks.

Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire which may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.

Fix: Navistar/workhorse is handling the remedy and owner notification for this campaign please see navistar/workhorse's defect report 10v-348. Navistar/workhorse will replace the original fuel-fill cap assemblies with ones assembled with hose material that meets design specifications. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact navistar at 1-260-461-1890.

2011 Four Winds Hurricane problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension1
Wheels1
Electrical System1

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing — 1
  • Wheels › Rim — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 5,000 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 2011 Four Winds Hurricane complaints

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

Electrical System · at 21,500 miles · reported Mar 4, 2014
Class a motorhome has a 110v automatic transfer switch (Ats) that provides either shore power or on-board generator power to the coach power distribution center. Thor industries used an iota its-50r ats on this and several other matron brands within their business. This ats by iota has been implicated in several electrical failures including smoke and small contained fires and was the subject of NHTSA recall 12v060000. The referenced recall pertained to navistar inc. Dba monaco rv llc wherein navistar replaced the defective ats with a different brand switch on twelve different matron brand…
Wheels · at 1,804 miles · reported Jul 19, 2011
The contact owns a 2011 four winds hurricane. The contact stated that when trying add air to the tire or just checking the pressure he noticed the hole in the rim was too small to get his hand in, to inflate the tires. . The vehicle was taken to a dealer who advised him that he needed an extender. The rv was repaired to the tune of $262.83. The failure and current mileages were approximately 1,804. Updated 9/19/11
Suspension · at 5,000 miles · reported Jun 27, 2011
The contact owns a 2011 four winds hurricane motor home. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, both of the front wheel bearings locked, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the wheel bearings were replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and covered the repair costs under warranty. The failure mileage was 5,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Four Winds Hurricane have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 Four Winds Hurricane: 15V-745 (equipment), 15V-698 (electrical system), 11V-058 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Four Winds Hurricane?

Owners report suspension problems most often (1 reports), followed by wheels (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 5,000 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.