CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Four Winds Hurricane has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).
2009 Four Winds Hurricane recalls
Motorhome entry steps may detach and cause falls
Certain motorhomes built with Lippert Coachstep electric entry and exit steps may have a bolt that attaches the steps' fan gear assembly.
Transfer Switch May Overheat and Cause a Fire
The electrical transfer switch in certain motorhomes, which is used when running on generator power, can fail when it carries high electrical loads and operates in hot conditions.
Most common 2009 Four Winds Hurricane problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
I WAS IN AND OUT OF OUR CLASS A MOTORHOME LOADING IT FOR AN UPCOMING TRIP. I WENT TO GO OUT THE DOOR AND IT WAS LOCKED. I COULD NOT GET OUT OF THE ONLY DOOR IN THIS MODEL. MY HUSBAND TRIED TO LOCK AND UNLOCK FROM THE OUTSIDE WITH THE KEY BUT NOTHING WORKED. THE NEIGHBORS CAME OVER TO HELP BUT NO ONE COULD GET THE DOOR OPEN EITHER INSIDE OR OUT. I ENDED UP HAVING TO CRAWL OUT THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW ONTO A LADDER. I AM 72 YEARS OLD! COME TO FIND OUT THE TRI MARK LOCKS THAT ARE ON THIS MODEL ARE A KNOWN PROBLEM FOR LOCKING PEOPLE IN OR OUT. WE ENDED UP HAVING TO DRILL THE LOCK OUT AND FOUND OUT THAT THE MECHANISM INSIDE HAD BROKEN WHICH KEPT IT IN THE LOCKED POSITION AND YOU COULD NOT
COMPLETE LOSS OF CHASSIS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. MINIMAL STEERING AND BRAKING ABILITY, NO LIGHTS OR TURN SIGNALS OR CAB LIGHTING. LOSS OF ENGINE POWER PLACING CLASS A MOTORHOME IN EXTREME DANGER. FAILURE OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAUSED BY SOLENOID FAULT IN BATTERY CONTROL CENTER CHASSIS BATTERY DISCONNECT. BATTERY CONTROL CENTER IS A RV CUSTOMS PRODUCT FW 2050 0122779 PART NUMBER. *TR
2009 Four Winds Hurricane questions
Does the 2009 Four Winds Hurricane have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Four Winds Hurricane: Motorhome entry steps may detach and cause falls; Transfer Switch May Overheat and Cause a Fire; Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Four Winds Hurricane?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1), Structure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Four Winds Hurricane has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.