Defect Description For Recall
Thor Motor Coach Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013-2014 Challenger, Four Winds 5000, Hurricane, Chateau, Chateau Sport, And Windsport; Model Year 2013 Palazzo And Four Winds Siesta And Model Year 2014 Majestic Motorhomes Manufactured February 13, 2013, Through April 09, 2013. If The Awning Installation Sequence Was Not Completely Followed, The Awning Motor May Unknowningly Become Damaged. A Damaged Motor May Lead To An Unfurling Of The Awning.
Make Of Vehicle
THOR
Model Of Vehicle
CHATEAU SPORT
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
13V164000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
If Motor Damage Occurs, It Is Possible That The Awning Can Unfurl Unexpectedly, Either While The Motorhome Is At Rest Or While In Transit, Increasing The Risk Of Personal Injury Or A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Thor Motor Coach Will Notify Owners And Dometic Staff Will Replace The Affected Motors With A Design That Is Not Subject To An Out-Of-Sequence Installation Error. The Recall Began During May 2013. Owners May Contact Thor At 1-877-855-2867 Or Dometic At 1-888-447-0003 For More Information. Owners Are Being Instructed Not To Drive Their Vehicle Until Repairs Can Be Performed.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Start Of Manufacture
20130213
End Of Manufacture
20130409
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
427
Date Owners Notified
20130509
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Date Report Received
20130425