NHTSA Recall 04V529000: Engine and engine cooling
FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,380 vehicles. It affects 11 models including the Four Winds Chateau.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V529000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04S23 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | October 27, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
These hot particles may ignite the air filter element with the potential for air induction system damage or underhood fire.
Remedy
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.
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 04V529000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Four Winds Chateau | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Four Winds Chateau Citation | 2004, 2005 |
| Four Winds Chateau Sport | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Four Winds Dutchmen | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Four Winds Dutchmen Dorado | 2005 |
| Four Winds Dutchmen Express | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Four Winds Four Winds | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Four Winds Four Winds 5000 | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Four Winds Four Winds Siesta | 2004, 2005 |
| Four Winds Fun Mover | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Four Winds Majestic | 2004, 2005 |
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.