2010 Four Winds Montecito Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 5, 2020 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Montecito years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2010 Four Winds Montecito so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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2010 Four Winds Montecito recalls (2)

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Electrical systemNov 4, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V679000 · 59 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Four Winds Montecito 38D, 38E, 40J, 42B, 42C motorhomes, equipped with an Iota ITS-50R transfer switch. The transfer switch may experience a heat related failure due to being exposed to high electrical loads when used in higher ambient temperatures.

Risk: If the transfer switch continues to be used, it can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Iota ITS-50R transfer switch with a different brand of switch, free of charge. The recall began December 29, 2020. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000205.

Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkagesJan 28, 2010 · NHTSA campaign 10V026000 · 205 vehicles

Problem: Four winds is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 presidio, model year 2007-2010 mandalay, and model year 2010 montecito motorhomes built between october 5, 2004 and november 25, 2009 on freightliner chassis manufactured between may 2007 and november 2009 with kongsberg power products systems adjustable brake pedals. The drive pin which secures the brake pedal arm to the balance of the assembly may become disengaged, this may cause a reduction in vehicle braking and/or cause the brake pedal to move out of position and interfere with throttle pedal function.

Risk: A reduction in braking or interference with the throttle pedal could result in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Daimler trucks, the parent company of freightliner, has indicated that they are conducting the owners' notification and will be administering this recall campaign please see daimler's defect report 09v-461. Dealers will receive kits and will inspect and install a c-clamp on the adjustable brake pedal. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact daimler trucks warranty claims department at 1-800-547-0712.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Other Four Winds Montecito years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Four Winds Montecito?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2010 Four Winds Montecito?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2010 Four Winds Montecito a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Montecito model years, the 2010 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.