Thor Motor Coach | NHTSA Recall #11V519000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V519000 by Thor Motor Coach. Includes 106 affected units, V-BAND CLAMP ASSEMBLY/CUMMINS, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 tuscany, astoria, and avanti recreational vehicles manufactured from january 21, 2011, through september 16, 2011, equipped with a cummins isx or isl diesel engine. the v-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (doc)/diesel particulate filter (dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. a fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/dpf housing to disconnect.
Corrective Action
Tmc is working with cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. repairs will be performed by authorized cummins dealers free of charge. the safety recall began october 10, 2011. owners may contact cummins at 1-812-377-5000.