2005 Four Winds Dutchmen Dorado problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Four Winds Dutchmen Dorado.
Built on
- Ford E-450 (Incomplete - Cutaway): 1 of 1 decoded VINs · 7 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2005 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
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.
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.
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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Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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FAQ
Does the 2005 Four Winds Dutchmen Dorado have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Four Winds for the 2005 Dutchmen Dorado. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2005 Four Winds Dutchmen Dorado problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is fuel/propulsion system.