Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2009 Four Winds Hurricane
NHTSA data on file today
The 2009 Four Winds Hurricane has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #15V745000 Electric Entry Steps may be Unstable NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V698000 Transfer Switch may Overheat NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #12V516000 Transfer Switch Overheating NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Structure 1 complaint
Poor
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $8,000–$15,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2009 Four Winds Hurricane faces significant issues with electrical systems, particularly with the Iota ITS-50R transfer switch. Multiple recalls indicate potential failure risks, leading to possible electrical malfunctions. Owner complaints further underscore these reliability concerns, warranting a cautionary ownership outlook.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer switch | 20,000–50,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | very common |
| Wiring connections | 30,000–60,000 miles | $400–$900 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles
- Inspect brake system annually
- Replace air filter every 15,000 miles
- Transmission fluid change at 60,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Frequent electrical power interruptions
- Burning smell from electrical panel
- Unresponsive generator start
- Flickering interior lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2009 Four Winds Hurricane at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.