Tl* the contact owns a 2008 four winds wind sport. The contact stated that the driver of the rv smelled wires burning. The contact looked at the iota transfer switch and noticed that the front panel had melted and saw fire in the electrical power supply area. The rv was taken to a mechanic for inspection and they stated that they could not determine the cause of failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 13,000. Updated 07/10/13*lj four winds sent a replacement transfer switch. The offered to replace any affected wiring, but the consumer did not request reimbursement. The rv has been repaired and returned to service.
The worst 2008 Four Winds Windsport problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Visibility1
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Recalls 2
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Thor Motorcoach is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 motorhomes, manufactured June 1, 2007, through May 1, 2009 and equipped with an Iota ITS-50R Transfer Switch. The models affected are Four Winds brand models: Chateau, Dutchmen, Hurricane, Windsport, Magellan, Fun Mover, Presidio, and Mandalay. Wiring connections inside the transfer switch are not adequate and, as a result, the switch may overheat.
- Risk
- An overheated switch could cause it to fail and lead to a fire.
- Remedy
- Thor Motorcoach will notify owners and replace the Iota Transfer Switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may contact Thor at 1‑877‑500‑1020.
Recall number 12V516000 · Recall details
Steering: gear box: shaft pitman
- What is wrong
- Four winds is recalling 49 my 2007-2008 hurrican and windsport motor homes built on workhorse recreational vehicle chassis. The castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm may have been improperly torqued during assembly. The improper torque may have damaged the castle nut and compromised the integrity of the connection.
- Risk
- If the drag link were to separate from the pitman arm, the driver would not have directional control of the vehicle possibly causing a crash.
- Remedy
- Four winds is working with workhorse to replace and properly tighten the castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm (please see 08v442). Owners may contact workhorse at 1‑877‑946‑7731 or four winds at 1‑800‑860‑5658.
Recall number 08V565000 · Recall details
What 2008 Four Winds Windsport owners say
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 four winds windsport motor home. The contact stated that the front passenger side windshield would fracture from the molding when driving at various speeds. The failure occurs intermittently. The vehicle was not inspected for the failure or repaired. The failure mileage was 8,000.
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Is the 2008 Four Winds Windsport reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2008 Four Winds Windsport, close to a typical Windsport model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Four Winds Windsport?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is visibility (1).
How many recalls does the 2008 Four Winds Windsport have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system and steering.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Four Winds Windsport electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 12V516000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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