Four winds/ford/abs brake system
Defect Summary
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 Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Four Winds International or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 04V513000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V513000?
NHTSA recall 04V513000 was issued by Four Winds International on October 28, 2004. It addresses: Four winds/ford/abs brake system. The recall affects approximately 1,107 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Four Winds International dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V513000 or the manufacturer campaign number 04S22. 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.