- The problem
- On certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis and equipped with gm 8.1L v8 engines, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.
- The risk
- In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
- The fix
- Chevrolet and workhorse are handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign (please see 06v225 and 06v289). Dealers will replace the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clips on these engines free of charge. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, workhorse at 877-294-6773 or thor industries at 937-596-6849.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Four Winds Magellan Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2004 Four Winds Magellan have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 2006 for the engine and engine cooling.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Magellan year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2004 Four Winds Magellan recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Four Winds Magellan: every year compared
All Magellan years2004 Four Winds Magellan vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Four Winds Magellan | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 2004 Four Winds Infinity | 4 | 6 | D | Compare |
| 2004 Four Winds Class C | 3 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2004 Four Winds Hurricane | 3 | 6 | D | Compare |
| 2004 Four Winds Mandalay | 2 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 2004 Four Winds Windsport | 1 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2004 Four Winds Dutchmen | 1 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2004 Four Winds Majestic | 1 | 2 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2004 Four Winds Magellan
Does the 2004 Four Winds Magellan have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Four Winds Magellan: engine and engine cooling (September 2006). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2004 Four Winds Magellan had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2004 Four Winds Magellan a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Four Winds Magellan year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2004 Four Winds Magellan has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data