Recall 16V696000 — TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE Defect in 2016-2017 THOR MOTOR COACH CHATEAU
RECALL This recall affects up to 223 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V696000 |
| Manufacturer | Thor Motor Coach |
| Vehicles Affected | 223 |
| Component | TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Four Winds and Chateau motorhomes manufactured June 16, 2015, to April 29, 2016. The affected motorhomes are equipped with a spare tire bracket that may loosen and detach during vehicle operation.
Safety Consequence
If the spare tire bracket and spare tire detaches, it could be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install carriage bolts to properly secure the spare tire bracket, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2016. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000122.
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