Thor Motor Coach | NHTSA Recall #17V522000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V522000 by Thor Motor Coach. Affecting 2018 four winds, chateau and freedom elite recreational vehicles Includes 860 affected units, Propane Leak from Pinched LP Hose, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018 four winds, chateau and freedom elite recreational vehicles

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2018 four winds, chateau and freedom elite recreational vehicles. the liquid propane (lp) hose may sag and become pinched between the frame and the leaf spring u-bolts, potentially damaging the hose and causing a propane leak.

Corrective Action

Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lp hose routing and install additional p-clamps or relocate the p-clamps to properly secure the hose, free of charge. the recall began on october 13, 2017. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-500-1020. tmc's number for this recall is rc000144.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V522000
Manufacturer: Thor Motor Coach
Report Received Date: 2017-08-24T00:00:00
Subject: Propane leak from pinched lp hose
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 860

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RC000144
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2018 four winds, chateau and freedom elite recreational vehicles. the liquid propane (lp) hose may sag and become pinched between the frame and the leaf spring u-bolts, potentially damaging the hose and causing a propane leak.
Consequence Summary: A propane fuel leak may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lp hose routing and install additional p-clamps or relocate the p-clamps to properly secure the hose, free of charge. the recall began on october 13, 2017. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-500-1020. tmc's number for this recall is rc000144.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 63.26

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