NHTSA Recall 15V191000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V191000; Date: Mar. 31, 2015
If a vehicle that has an incorrectly installed abutting wedge is involved in a severe frontal crash, a greater force may be necessary to open the doors, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Thor Citation; 2015 Thor Siesta
Component: Structure:body:roof And Pillars
Manufactured by: Thor Motor Coach
Affected Units:: 197
Recall Summary:
Thor motor coach (thor) is recalling certain model year 2015 siesta and citation motorhomes manufactured from September 26, 2014, through February 27, 2015, and built on a mercedes-benz sprinter chassis. In the affected vehicles, the abutting wedge, a component attached to the door jamb to make opening the door easier after a severe frontal crash, may have been installed incorrectly.
How to Fix:
Mercedes-benz will notify owners on behalf of thor, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, correct the installation of the abutting wedge, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2015. Owners may contact thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020 or owners may contact sprinter customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 23, 2015
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