Recall 18V385000: 2019 Thor Motor Coach Chateau, 2019 Thor Motor Coach Four Winds, 2019 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite +4 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 8, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 691
- Models
- 7
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2019 Thor Four Winds, Chateau, Freedom Elite, Majestic, Outlaw, Quantum and Vegas motorhomes built on modified Ford E-450 chassis. The U-bolts on the rear axle that hold the leaf spring and rear axle together may have been insufficiently tightened.
The risk
The loose U-bolts may further loosen or break allowing the axle to separate and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
TMC has notified owners, and dealers will tighten U-bolts to the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000156.
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
- 2019 Thor Motor Coach Chateau
- 2019 Thor Motor Coach Four Winds
- 2019 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite
- 2019 Thor Motor Coach Majestic
- 2019 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw
- 2019 Thor Motor Coach Quantum
- 2019 Thor Motor Coach Vegas
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V385000
- Manufacturer campaign
- RC000156
- Manufacturer
- Thor Motor Coach
- Owner letters
- Jun 22, 2018
- Components
- Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly:u-bolt, leaf spring to axle (Suspension)
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