NHTSA Recall 16V696000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V696000; Date: Sep. 27, 2016
If the spare tire bracket and spare tire detaches, it could be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Thor Chateau; 2017 Thor Chateau; 2016 Thor Four Winds; 2017 Thor Four Winds
Component: Tires:temporary/emergency Spare Tire
Manufactured by: Thor Motor Coach
Affected Units:: 223
Recall Summary:
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 four winds and chateau motorhomes manufactured June 16, 2015, to April 29, 2016. The affected motorhomes are equipped with a spare tire bracket that may loosen and detach during vehicle operation.
How to Fix:
Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install carriage bolts to properly secure the spare tire bracket, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2016. Owners may contact thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020. Tmc's number for this recall is rc000122.
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: Oct 31, 2016
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