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2009-2011 Four Winds Freedom Elite and Four Winds International Freedom Elite recall: exhaust system

Four Winds International reported this safety recall on June 16, 2010. It covers about 415 vehicles.

vehicles affected
415
reported
Jun 16, 2010
owners notified
Jun 23, 2010

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system

What is wrong
Four 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.
Risk
This potentially could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers 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.

Recall number 10V268000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V268000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2011 Four Winds Freedom Elite and Four Winds International Freedom Elite exhaust system?

Yes. Recall 10V268000, reported on June 16, 2010, covers about 415 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V268000?

Dealers 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.

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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