NHTSA Recall 11V459000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V459000; Date: Aug. 31, 2011
Heat build up could result in a fire, property damage, personal injury or death.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Thor Hurricane; 2012 Thor Hurricane; 2011 Thor Windsport; 2012 Thor Windsport
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System
Manufactured by: Thor Motor Coach
Affected Units:: 246
Recall Summary:
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 windsport and hurricane motor homes manufactured from September 3, 2010, through August 18, 2011. On these vehicles, the exhaust system is close to a vehicle storage compartment. Heat can build up in this area.
How to Fix:
Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield to protect the storage compartment from the heat generated by the exhaust. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on October 3, 2011. Owners may contact tmc at 1-877-855-2867.
Recall Notes:
Thor motor coach's safety recall number is rc000042. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 10, 2011
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