Thor California, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #04V241000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V241000 by Thor California, Inc.. Includes 224 affected units, THOR/IMPROPER WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain travel trailers, improper weight distribution may occur when the back of the travel trailer is loaded with cargo.

Corrective Action

Dealers will add reinforcing steel to the a-frame, install a new coupler with higher weight capacity, and higher capacity safety chains. owners should contact thor california at 1-888-697-8467.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V241000

Manufacturer: Thor California, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2004-05-25T00:00:00

Subject: Thor/improper weight distribution

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 224

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain travel trailers, improper weight distribution may occur when the back of the travel trailer is loaded with cargo.

Consequence Summary: Under certain load conditions, the improper weight distribution may cause handling problems, including but not limited to, potential swaying of the trailer while being towed on the road. this could ultimately result in an crash involving the travel trailer and the tow vehicle.

Corrective Action: Dealers will add reinforcing steel to the a-frame, install a new coupler with higher weight capacity, and higher capacity safety chains. owners should contact thor california at 1-888-697-8467.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-g2di-j7mx.a6hv

NHTSA ID: 04V241000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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