2006 Four Winds Chateau problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Four Winds Chateau.
Built on
- Ford E-450 (Incomplete - Cutaway): 1 of 2 decoded VINs · 12 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2006 E-450
- Chevrolet C5 (Incomplete - Motor Home Chassis): 1 of 2 decoded VINs · 0 NHTSA recalls filed by Chevrolet for the 2006 C5
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
Wheels #05V090000 · 2005 · 261 units
Problem: On certain class b and class c motor homes, the spare wheels contain an incorrect offset. the center of the wheel was welded in the wrong position.
Risk: The wheel may rub against the brake caliper which could result in a brake failure increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The spare wheels will be replaced free of charge. the recall beagn on may 13, 2005. owners may contact four winds at 1-574-266-1111.
Equipment #05V272000 · 2005 · 238 units
Problem: Certain motor homes built on ford e-450 chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, 'tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars.' the tire pressure is incorrectly listed on the label for the rear tires.
Risk: At the incorrectly stated pressure, the rear tires are unable to support the gross axle weight rating (gawr) for the rear axle.
Fix: Owners and dealers will be mailed supplementary tire labels containing the correct rear tire inflation information. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673 or four winds at 1-574-266-1111.
Engine And Engine Cooling #06V351000 · 2006 · 692 units
Problem: On certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis and equipped with gm 8.1l v8 engines, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. if the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.
Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
Fix: Chevrolet and workhorse are handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign (please see 06v225 and 06v289). dealers will replace the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clips on these engines free of charge. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, workhorse at 877-294-6773 or thor industries at 937-596-6849.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 3 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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FAQ
Does the 2006 Four Winds Chateau have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Four Winds for the 2006 Chateau. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2006 Four Winds Chateau problems?
In 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is equipment.