NHTSA Recall 16V893000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V893000; Date: Dec. 13, 2016
If the welds are insufficient, the hinge may fail and the door could open with more force than normal, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Thor Outlaw; 2017 Thor Outlaw
Component: Structure:body:door:hinge And Attachments
Manufactured by: Thor Motor Coach
Affected Units:: 209
Recall Summary:
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 outlaw motorhomes, models 37bg, 37ls, 37rb, 38re and 38rf, manufactured January 13, 2016, to December 8, 2016. The affected vehicles have rear cargo door hinges with welds that may be inadequate for securing the hinge pin to the hinge plate.
How to Fix:
Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hinge weld thickness, replacing the hinge as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 6, 2017. Owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-500-1020.
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: Feb 6, 2017
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