Defect Description For Recall
Thor Motorcoach Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2008-2010 Motorhomes, Manufactured June 1, 2007, Through May 1, 2009 And Equipped With An Iota Its-50R Transfer Switch. The Models Affected Are Four Winds Brand Models: Chateau, Dutchmen, Hurricane, Windsport, Magellan, Fun Mover, Presidio, And Mandalay. Wiring ConneCTIons Inside The Transfer Switch Are Not Adequate And, As A Result, The Switch May Overheat.
Make Of Vehicle
FOUR WINDS
Model Of Vehicle
CHATEAU
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
12V516000
Component Description
Electrical System
Effect Of Defect
An Overheated Switch Could Cause It To Fail And Lead To A Fire.
Fix Defect
Thor Motorcoach Will Notify Owners And Replace The Iota Transfer Switch, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On November 16, 2012. Owners May Contact Thor At 1-877-500-1020.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Start Of Manufacture
20070601
End Of Manufacture
20090501
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
634
Date Owners Notified
20121116
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Four Winds International
Date Report Received
20121022
Make Campaign Number
RC000064