2003 Four Winds Chateau problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2003 Four Winds Chateau.
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- Ford E-450 (Incomplete - Cutaway): 1 of 1 decoded VINs · 5 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2003 E-450
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints. For motorhomes, engine, brake and steering recalls are filed by the chassis maker and are not counted in the Four Winds recalls above. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see both.
Recalls filed by Four Winds
Equipment #03V449000 · 2003 · 12,918 units
Problem: On certain travel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these ovens were produced with a defective panel. an electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. this may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.
Risk: An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. this could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.
Fix: Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. in the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. if the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. owners w
Engine And Engine Cooling #04V529000 · 2004 · 1,380 units
Problem: On motor homes built on ford e-series chassis, the air filter element material process resulted in an air filter paper element that can smolder or burn. this change in filter paper composition combined with the configuration of the air induction system, may allow hot carbon particles to contact the air filter element during certain driving conditions that create hot particles.
Risk: These hot particles may ignite the air filter element with the potential for air induction system damage or underhood fire.
Fix: Ford is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will inspect and replace the air filter element. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673 or four winds at 937-295-2983.
Electrical System #04V513000 · 2004 · 1,107 units
Problem: On motor homes built on ford e-series chassis , a diode in the anti-lock braking system (abs) module may experience an electrical short.
Risk: The electrical short may cause an abs malfunction that would illuminate the abs warning light, or the module may overheat resulting in a burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. this condition may occur while the vehicle is being driven or unattended.
Fix: Ford motor company is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will install a new fuse in the abs circuit and install a heat shield over the abs module. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673 or four winds at 937-295-2983.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 1 NHTSA owner complaint. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2003 Four Winds Chateau have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Four Winds for the 2003 Chateau. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2003 Four Winds Chateau problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is service brakes, hydraulic.