NHTSA Recall 04V513000: Electrical system: wiring
FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,107 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Four Winds Chateau.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V513000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04S22 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | October 28, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On motor homes built on ford e-series chassis , a diode in the anti-lock braking system (ABS) module may experience an electrical short.
Safety risk
The electrical short may cause an ABS malfunction that would illuminate the ABS warning light, or the module may overheat resulting in a burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. This condition may occur while the vehicle is being driven or unattended.
Remedy
Ford motor company is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will install a new fuse in the ABS circuit and install a heat shield over the ABS module. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673 or four winds at 937-295-2983.
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 04V513000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Four Winds Chateau | 2003, 2004 |
| Four Winds Chateau Sport | 2003, 2004 |
| Four Winds Dutchmen | 2003, 2004 |
| Four Winds Dutchmen Express | 2003, 2004 |
| Four Winds Four Winds | 2003, 2004 |
| Four Winds Four Winds 5000 | 2003, 2004 |
| Four Winds Fun Mover | 2003, 2004 |
| Four Winds Majestic | 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.