Thor California, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #02V163000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V163000 by Thor California, Inc.. Includes 1,950 affected units, THOR/FUEL TANK LEAKS, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain travel trailers and fifth wheel trailers equipped with aero fuel tanks, fuel can leak from the fuel tank when the ambient temperature surrounding the fuel tank increases. in addition, when the ambient temperature surrounding the fuel tank increases, a potential pressure build-up in the fuel tank may arise as a result of the rollover valve utilized on the fuel tank not properly venting the pressure.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the existing rollover valve on the fuel tank. owner notification began september 25, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thor at 1-888-697-8467, ext. 215, or aero tank at 1-800-783-4826 (lynda).

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V163000

Manufacturer: Thor California, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2002-07-15T00:00:00

Subject: Thor/fuel tank leaks

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 1,950

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain travel trailers and fifth wheel trailers equipped with aero fuel tanks, fuel can leak from the fuel tank when the ambient temperature surrounding the fuel tank increases. in addition, when the ambient temperature surrounding the fuel tank increases, a potential pressure build-up in the fuel tank may arise as a result of the rollover valve utilized on the fuel tank not properly venting the pressure.

Consequence Summary: In the event that this pressure build-up occurs, fuel can spray out onto an individual who is opening the gas cap to the trailer.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the existing rollover valve on the fuel tank. owner notification began september 25, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thor at 1-888-697-8467, ext. 215, or aero tank at 1-800-783-4826 (lynda).

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-9vvp-prkc.ia4v

NHTSA ID: 02V163000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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