2016 Thor Motor Hurricane: recalls and complaints

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• 17V75800022 Nov 2017Equipment
• 17V5550007 Sep 2017Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer
• 17V16200013 Mar 2017Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer
• 16V1390007 Mar 2016Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System
• 15V74500010 Nov 2015Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
• 15V71900030 Oct 2015Power Train / Automatic Transmission
• 15V69900023 Oct 2015Parking Brake
• 15V2650007 May 2015Seats

1. 17V758000Received 22 Nov 2017. 110,400 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling various 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V758-5764.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Thor will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

   Report filed by Thor Motor Coach. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Jan 2018.

2. 17V555000Received 7 Sep 2017. 1,105 units.

   Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Ace, Challenger, Daybreak, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, Windsport, Palazzo, Tuscany, and Tuscany XTE motorhomes. The windshield wipers may fail due to the system being incorrectly installed or secured.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the windshield wipers cannot be used, driver visibility would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiper system to verify it is installed correctly, repairing or replacing the system as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 27, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000146. Note: Although some of the vehicles included in this recall have previously been remedied under recalls 17V-096 or 17V-162, the vehicles may need additional repairs under this campaign.

   Report filed by Thor Motor Coach. Manufacturer campaign number RC000146. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Sep 2017.

3. 17V162000Received 13 Mar 2017. 8,617 units.

   Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2015 ACE, Hurricane, Challenger, Daybreak, Miramar, Outlaw, and Windsport motorhomes. These vehicles have windshield wiper systems that may have been improperly installed and secured, possibly causing the wipers to fail during use.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Failure of the windshield wipers may impair the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   TMC has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wiper arm securing nuts, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867.

   Report filed by Thor Motor Coach. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 May 2017.

4. 16V139000Received 7 Mar 2016. 385 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Hurricane and Windsport motor homes manufactured January 30, 2013, to March 6, 2015. In the affected motor homes, the vehicle exhaust is located near a storage compartment where heat may build-up, causing the compartment to melt.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Heat build-up in the vehicle storage compartment increases the risk of fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield to prevent heat build-up in the storage compartment. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000112.

   Report filed by Thor Motor Coach. Manufacturer campaign number RC000112. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Apr 2016.

5. 15V745000Received 10 Nov 2015. 12,656 units.

   Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Thor Challenger, Thor Citation, Thor Hurricane, Thor Tuscany, Thor Windsport, 2011-2012 Thor Astoria, Thor Avanti, Thor Chateau, 2011-2014 Thor Daybreak, 2011-2015 Thor Outlaw, Thor Siesta, 2014-2015 Thor Miramar, 2012 Thor Four Winds, 2008-2011 Damon Astoria, Damon Daybreak, Damon Outlaw, Damon Tuscany, 2008-2012, Damon Challenger, 2008-2010 Damon Essence, 2009-2011 Damon Avanti, Four Winds Chateau, Four Winds Citation, Four Winds Four Winds, Four Winds Hurricane, Four Winds Siesta, Four Winds Windsport, 2009-2010 Four Winds Dorado, Four Winds Dutchmen, Four Winds Magellan, Four Winds Mandalay and 2009 Four Winds Fun Mover, and Four Winds Presidio motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Thor will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism and replace all of the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2016. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is RC000111.

   Report filed by Thor Motor Coach. Manufacturer campaign number RC000111. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 Jan 2016.

6. 15V719000Received 30 Oct 2015. 209 units.

   Power Train / Automatic Transmission

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ace, Challenger, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, and Windsport vehicles manufactured July 14, 2015, to October 16, 2015. Due to an incorrect shift cable bracket and an improper shift cable adjustment, the affected vehicles can be shifted out of 'PARK' without applying the brakes.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the vehicle can be shifted into reverse without the brakes being applied, the vehicle may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Ford will notify owners on TMC's behalf, and Ford dealers will replace the transmission shift control bracket and adjust the transmission shift cable, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000110.

   Report filed by Thor Motor Coach. Manufacturer campaign number RC000110. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Nov 2015.

7. 15V699000Received 23 Oct 2015. 17 units.

   Parking Brake

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Challenger, Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes manufactured July 31, 2015, to September 9, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the parking brake actuator may be out of calibration causing the parking brake system to not properly hold the vehicle even with the parking brake pedal fully depressed. Additionally, the parking brake may not disengage completely when the parking brake pedal is released.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the parking brake does not fully engage, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash. A parking brake that drags may result in a wheel end fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake foot pedal assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000107.

   Report filed by Thor Motor Coach. Manufacturer campaign number RC000107. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Nov 2015.

8. 15V265000Received 7 May 2015. 56 units.

   Seats

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes manufactured March 10, 2015, to March 24, 2015. In the affected motorhomes, the co-pilot seats may be attached to the floor of the motorhome in an area that is not properly reinforced.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the floor at the attachment point is not properly reinforced, the seat base mounting may loosen over time, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement plate at the co-pilot seat mounting bolt location, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000101.

   Report filed by Thor Motor Coach. Manufacturer campaign number RC000101. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 22 Jun 2015.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane?

133,445 units in 8 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Thor Motor Hurricane have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for the Thor Motor Hurricane, model years 2016 to 2017. 8 of them name the 2016 model year.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane open?

No. The 1 investigation that names this model year has a closing date in the NHTSA file.