Thor Chateau (2018) – 17V522000

Defect Description For Recall

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) Is Recalling Certain 2018 Four Winds, Chateau And Freedom Elite Recreational Vehicles. The Liquid Propane (Lp) Hose May Sag And Become Pinched Between The Frame And The Leaf Spring U-Bolts, Potentially Damaging The Hose And Causing A Propane Leak.

Make Of Vehicle

THOR

Model Of Vehicle

CHATEAU

Year

2018

Recall Campaign Number

17V522000

Component Description

Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer:Lpg Systems:Lines And Fittings

Effect Of Defect

A Propane Fuel Leak May Increase The Risk Of A Fire.

Fix Defect

TMC Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Lp Hose Routing And Install Additional P-Clamps Or Relocate The P-Clamps To Properly Secure The Hose, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On October 13, 2017. Owners May Contact TMC Customer Service At 1-877-500-1020. TMC’S Number For This Recall Is Rc000144.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Thor Motor Coach

Start Of Manufacture

20170304

End Of Manufacture

20170727

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

860

Date Owners Notified

20171013

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Thor Motor Coach

Date Report Received

20170824

Make Campaign Number

RC000144

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard