Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V157000 Reported June 12, 2002

Four winds/lp gas tubing/pipe

Four Winds International · Fuel System, Other · 356 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V157000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Other
Vehicles Affected
356
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 12, 2002

Defect Summary

On certain motor homes, the independent movement between the chassis frame and the motor home body can cause the liquid propane (lp) gas tubing or the manifold pipe to split or crack.

Safety Consequence

If the copper tubing or manifold pipe splits or cracks, lp gas will leak from the copper tubing. gas leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire or explosion.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace and relocate the lp gas manifold and the copper tubing. owner notification began june 21, 2002. 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 1-574-266-1111.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Four Winds International dealer and reference recall ID 02V157000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V157000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V157000?

NHTSA recall 02V157000 was issued by Four Winds International on June 12, 2002. It addresses: Four winds/lp gas tubing/pipe. The recall affects approximately 356 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Other component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Four Winds International dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V157000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.