CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Four Winds Hurricane has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).
2011 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 2011 Four Winds Hurricane problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
CLASS A MOTORHOME HAS A 110V AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH (ATS) THAT PROVIDES EITHER SHORE POWER OR ON-BOARD GENERATOR POWER TO THE COACH POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER. THOR INDUSTRIES USED AN IOTA ITS-50R ATS ON THIS AND SEVERAL OTHER MATRON BRANDS WITHIN THEIR BUSINESS. THIS ATS BY IOTA HAS BEEN IMPLICATED IN SEVERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURES INCLUDING SMOKE AND SMALL CONTAINED FIRES AND WAS THE SUBJECT OF NHTSA RECALL 12V060000. THE REFERENCED RECALL PERTAINED TO NAVISTAR INC. DBA MONACO RV LLC WHEREIN NAVISTAR REPLACED THE DEFECTIVE ATS WITH A DIFFERENT BRAND SWITCH ON TWELVE DIFFERENT MATRON BRAND NAMES AFFECTING APPROXIMATELY 250 UNITS. THIS IOTA ITS-50R ATS FAILED IN THE SUBJECT MATRON ON 12/
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FOUR WINDS HURRICANE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN TRYING ADD AIR TO THE TIRE OR JUST CHECKING THE PRESSURE HE NOTICED THE HOLE IN THE RIM WAS TOO SMALL TO GET HIS HAND IN, TO INFLATE THE TIRES. . THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO ADVISED HIM THAT HE NEEDED AN EXTENDER. THE RV WAS REPAIRED TO THE TUNE OF $262.83. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 1,804. UPDATED 9/19/11 *CN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FOUR WINDS HURRICANE MOTOR HOME. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, BOTH OF THE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS LOCKED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ABRUPTLY STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE WHEEL BEARINGS WERE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND COVERED THE REPAIR COSTS UNDER WARRANTY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,000.
2011 Four Winds Hurricane questions
Does the 2011 Four Winds Hurricane have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Four Winds Hurricane: Motorhome entry steps may detach and cause falls; Transfer Switch May Overheat and Cause a Fire; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Four Winds Hurricane?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1), Wheels (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.