2001 Four Winds Windsport recalls and problems

The 2001 Four Winds Windsport has 4 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Four Winds dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Four Winds Windsport vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Four Winds Windsport 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 02V-157: Fuel System, Other

Reported Jun 12, 2002 · 356 vehicles affected · FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL

Problem: On certain motor homes, the independent movement between the chassis frame and the motor home body can cause the liquid propane (Lp) gas tubing or the manifold pipe to split or crack.

Risk: If the copper tubing or manifold pipe splits or cracks, LP gas will leak from the copper tubing. Gas leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire or explosion.

Fix: Dealers will replace and relocate the LP gas manifold and the copper tubing. Owner notification began june 21, 2002. 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 1-574-266-1111.

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.

2001 Four Winds Windsport problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Seat Belts1
Structure1
Visibility1

Most reported parts

  • Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly — 1
  • Visibility › Windshield — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 4,771 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 2001 Four Winds Windsport complaints

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

Structure · at 4,771 miles · reported Dec 19, 2003
Windshield leaked water inside of the motorhome on the drivers side. The motorhome was taken to the dealer twice, where they applied a clear silicone in the leaky area. However, the dealer indicated to the consumer to take the motorhome to indiana where they could see what was wrong with the windshield. This was not what the consumer expected from a $79.800 vehicle. The windshield was coming out on the passenger's side of the unit and would also continue to leak when it rained.
Seat Belts · reported May 8, 2001
Consumer received recall 00v273000 notification regarding safety belts. When he contacted dealership to have this defect repaired, he was informed that parts will not be available for some time. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Four Winds Windsport have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2001 Four Winds Windsport: 03V-449 (equipment), 03V-069 (service brakes, hydraulic), 02V-157 (fuel system, other), 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 2001 Four Winds Windsport?

Owners report seat belts problems most often (1 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 4,771 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.