Thor California, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #04V243000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V243000 by Thor California, Inc.. Includes 83 affected units, THOR/IMPROPER WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
On certain 'toy box' travel trailers, improper weight distribution may occur when the back of the travel trailer is loaded with cargo.
Corrective Action
Dealers will add the necessary weight at the trailer's a-frame, change the trailers a-frame to a thicker steel, and change the trailer's coupler and safety chains to a higher weight rating. the recall is expected to begin during january or february 2005. owners should contact thor california at 1-888-697-8467.
Recall Overview
NHTSA ID: 04V243000
Manufacturer: Thor California, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2004-05-25T00:00:00
Subject: Thor/improper weight distribution
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 83
Details
MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain 'toy box' 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 with the travel trailer, including but not limited to, potential swaying of the trailer while being towed on the road, which could ultimately result in a crash involving the travel trailer and the tow vehicle.
Corrective Action: Dealers will add the necessary weight at the trailer's a-frame, change the trailers a-frame to a thicker steel, and change the trailer's coupler and safety chains to a higher weight rating. the recall is expected to begin during january or february 2005. 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-h442~dvbv_6ct4
NHTSA ID: 04V243000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
Updated Meta: N/A
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