NHTSA Recall 03V069000: Lamp (service brakes)
FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,482 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Four Winds Hurricane.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V069000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING › LAMP |
| Report received | March 5, 2003 |
| Owner notification | May 13, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
Safety risk
In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the brake warning lamp circuit. Owner notification began may 13, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact four winds at 1-219-266-1111.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V069000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Four Winds Hurricane | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Four Winds Infinity | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Four Winds Windsport | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.