01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw recall campaigns
NHTSA 18V812000
- Component
- VISIBILITY
- Report received
- November 16, 2018
- Potential units
- 1,485campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Thor Challenger, Miramar, and Outlaw motorhomes. The motorized windshield roller shade at the driver's seating position may unroll without warning while driving.
Why it matters: If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a fastener to ensure the motor will not allow the shade to roll down during while driving. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000165.
Owner notification: January 10, 2019 · Filing manufacturer: Thor Motor Coach
NHTSA 18V572000
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Report received
- August 29, 2018
- Potential units
- 138campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Outlaw motorhomes, model 29J. The 12V wiring for the coach may have been improperly wired to the battery instead of wired through a circuit breaker.
Why it matters: In the event of an electrical short circuit, the unprotected circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will correct the circuit's wiring, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000160.
Owner notification: October 9, 2018 · Filing manufacturer: Thor Motor Coach
NHTSA 18V482000
- Component
- VISIBILITY
- Report received
- July 19, 2018
- Potential units
- 119campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thor Outlaw motorhomes, model 29J. These vehicles were manufactured without the rear reflex reflectors, which can make the vehicle less visible to other drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.".
Why it matters: Missing rear reflex reflectors can make the vehicle less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing reflectors, free of charge. The recall began on August 16, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC0000157.
Owner notification: August 16, 2018 · Filing manufacturer: Thor Motor Coach
NHTSA 18V120000
- Component
- SEAT BELTS
- Report received
- February 19, 2018
- Potential units
- 65campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Outlaw recreational vehicles, model 29J. The sofa seat belt bracket may not meet the strength requirements and may not adequately restrain an occupant in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages.".
Why it matters: If the bracket does not meet the strength requirements, the anchorage may fail in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000151.
Owner notification: April 4, 2018 · Filing manufacturer: Thor Motor Coach
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 17V381000
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Report received
- June 15, 2017
- Potential units
- 38campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain 2018 Outlaw 29H motorhomes. The affected vehicles were built incorrectly with a 15 amp fuse for the awning light instead of a 2 amp fuse.
Why it matters: If the awning light circuit short circuits, the incorrect fuse may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 15 amp fuse with a 2 amp fuse, free of charge. The recall began on August 9, 2017. Owner's may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000143.
Owner notification: August 9, 2017 · Filing manufacturer: Thor Motor Coach
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