Recall 17V544000: 2010–2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane, 2011 Thor Motor Coach Serrano, 2011 Thor Motor Coach Windsport
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 31, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 124
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Hurricane, and 2011 Serrano and Windsport motorhomes. The affected vehicles are wired to be powered by a generator and are equipped with an Iota ITS-50R transfer switch that may fail when exposed to elevated electrical loads and used in higher temperatures.
The risk
The transfer switch may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Iota ITS-50R transfer switch with a transfer switch from another manufacturer, free of charge. The recall began on September 7, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. Thor's number for this recall is RC000145.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2010 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane
- 2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane
- 2011 Thor Motor Coach Serrano
- 2011 Thor Motor Coach Windsport
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V544000
- Manufacturer campaign
- RC000145
- Manufacturer
- Thor Motor Coach
- Owner letters
- Sep 7, 2017
- Components
- Electrical system (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology