Defect Description For Recall
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2010 And 2011 Damon Tuscany, Astoria, And Essence Recreational Vehicles And Model Year 2011 And 2012 TMC Tuscany And Astoria Recreational Vehicles Manufactured From May 7, 2009, Through August 12, 2011. The Circuit Breaker For The Windshield Wiper Motor Is Insufficient For The Load. The Breaker Should Have A 15 Amp Rating, However The Vehicle Was Built With One Rated At 10 Amps.
Make Of Vehicle
DAMON
Model Of Vehicle
ASTORIA
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
11V442000
Component Description
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
Effect Of Defect
The Windshield Wiper Will Stop Operating If The Breaker Trips Due To A Circuit Overload. If This Occurs, The Driver’S Field Of Vision May Be Reduced, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
TMC Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Exchange The Breaker With A 15-Amp One, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On September 6, 2011. Owners May Contact TMC Warranty/Service Department At 1-877-855-2867.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Thor Industries
Start Of Manufacture
20090507
End Of Manufacture
20110812
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
332
Date Owners Notified
20110906
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Date Report Received
20110819
Make Campaign Number
RC000040