DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Posted on: 2010-06-16DescriptionFour 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.
ConsequenceThis potentially could result in a fire.
Corrective ActionDealers 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.
NotesOwners 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
http://www.safercar.gov .
DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2010-10-29DescriptionTmc is recalling certain model year 2011 damon daybreak, four winds freedom elite, and hurricane recreational vehicles equipped with atwood 35 series range ovens. A potential exists for a small fracture within the line delivering gas to the oven cavity burner. Such a fracture may cause propane gas to leak from the line.
ConsequenceA propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and/or explosion causing property damage and/or personal injury.
Corrective ActionTmc is working with atwood and will replace or repair the stoves free of charge. The safety recall began on november 8, 2010. Owners may contact atwood at 1-574-266-4749 or tmc warranty/service department at 877-855-2867.
NotesOwners 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
http://www.safercar.gov .