2005 Four Winds Dutchmen Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 13, 2006 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Dutchmen years
Not enough data 5th of 10 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2005 Four Winds Dutchmen so far. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2005 Four Winds Dutchmen recalls (4)

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Engine and engine coolingSep 13, 2006 · NHTSA campaign 06V351000 · 692 vehicles

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.

Equipment:other:labelsJun 10, 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V272000 · 238 vehicles

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.

WheelsMar 14, 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V090000 · 261 vehicles

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.

Engine and engine coolingOct 27, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V529000 · 1,380 vehicles

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Four Winds Dutchmen?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Four Winds Dutchmen?

Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2005 Four Winds Dutchmen a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Dutchmen model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.