Thor America | NHTSA Recall #03V145000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V145000 by Thor America. Includes 79 affected units, THOR/REAR ACCESS DOOR, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain travel trailers, the weight rating of the "d" ring type cable lanyard used to support the rear access door during opening and closing may be insufficient to adequately support the door.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the existing "d" ring with a higher weight-rated "d" ring that adequately supports the rear access door. Owner notification began april 22, 2003. 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 1-570-837-1663.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V145000

Manufacturer: Thor America

Report Received Date: 2003-04-14T00:00:00

Subject: Thor/rear access door

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 79

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain travel trailers, the weight rating of the "d" ring type cable lanyard used to support the rear access door during opening and closing may be insufficient to adequately support the door.

Consequence Summary: In the event that the "d" ring fails, the rear access door could release unexpectedly, which could create a hazard to the person lowering the rear access door and any bystanders.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the existing "d" ring with a higher weight-rated "d" ring that adequately supports the rear access door. Owner notification began april 22, 2003. 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 1-570-837-1663.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-4tvk_mbwt~in4s

NHTSA ID: 03V145000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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