01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2012 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite recall campaigns
NHTSA 17V758000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- November 22, 2017
- Potential units
- 110,400campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling various 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V758-5764.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf.
Why it matters: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Thor will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Owner notification: January 15, 2018 · Filing manufacturer: Thor Motor Coach
NHTSA 11V206000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- March 28, 2011
- Potential units
- 50campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2012 freedom elite motor homes manufactured from february 1, 2011, through february 16, 2011. the brackets attaching the gray water tank to the vehicle is not properly attached to the tank.
Why it matters: The tank can loosen and potentially fall off of the vehicle creating a road hazard increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.
Remedy
Dealers will install new tank support brackets free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during april 2011. owners may contact tmc warranty service department at 1-877-500-1020.
Owner notification: April 15, 2011 · Filing manufacturer: THOR MOTOR COACH
NHTSA 11V178000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- March 15, 2011
- Potential units
- 1,175campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain recreational vehicles manufactured from march 9, 2010, through march 9, 2011. the wiring for the oxygen (o2) sensor that connects to the catalytic converter may not be properly secured. when not secured, wiring can fall onto the exhaust, melt, and short out causing a check engine light (cel) and, in some cases, the engine to shut down while driving.
Why it matters: An engine shut down while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the oxygen sensor by installing a clamp and by adding an additional fastener free of charge. the safety recall began on march 31, 2011. owners may contact tmc warranty service department at 1-877-500-1020.
Owner notification: March 31, 2011 · Filing manufacturer: THOR MOTOR COACH
02 / COMPONENT BREADTH