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2006-2007 Four Winds Valencia recall: hydraulic power assist system

Four Winds International reported this safety recall on April 30, 2008. It covers about 120 vehicles.

vehicles affected
120
reported
Apr 30, 2008

Steering: hydraulic power assist system

What is wrong
Four winds is recalling 120 my 2006-2007 valencia motor homes built on freightliner chassis. The chassis contain steering filters that can plug due to failure of the screen adhesion to the filter housing causing a rise in return line pressure potentially leading to a hose separation from the filter or steering gear fitting resulting in a sudden loss of steering fluid and power assist.
Risk
Sudden loss of steering assist without warning involving a motor home could be a problem for certain drivers increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Freightliner is conducting this recall and will replace the affected filters with a larger filter (please see 07v570). The recall is expected to begin during may 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or four winds at 1‑574‑266‑1111.

Recall number 08V194000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V194000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2007 Four Winds Valencia hydraulic power assist system?

Yes. Recall 08V194000, reported on April 30, 2008, covers about 120 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V194000?

Freightliner is conducting this recall and will replace the affected filters with a larger filter (please see 07v570). The recall is expected to begin during may 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or four winds at 1‑574‑266‑1111.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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