Recall 16V893000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Defect in 2016-2017 THOR MOTOR OUTLAW
RECALL This recall affects up to 209 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V893000 |
| Manufacturer | Thor Motor Coach |
| Vehicles Affected | 209 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Outlaw motorhomes, models 37BG, 37LS, 37RB, 38RE and 38RF, manufactured January 13, 2016, to December 8, 2016. The affected vehicles have rear cargo door hinges with welds that may be inadequate for securing the hinge pin to the hinge plate.
Safety Consequence
If the welds are insufficient, the hinge may fail and the door could open with more force than normal, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hinge weld thickness, replacing the hinge as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 6, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020.
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| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17V758000 | 2017 THOR MOTOR HURRICANE | EQUIPMENT | 110,400 | |
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| 17V239000 | 2017 THOR MOTOR HURRICANE | TRAILER HITCHES | 148 | |
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| 16V139000 | 2016 THOR MOTOR HURRICANE | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 385 | |
| 15V745000 | 2016 THOR MOTOR HURRICANE | EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | 12,656 | |
| 15V699000 | 2016 THOR MOTOR HURRICANE | PARKING BRAKE | 17 | |
| 15V719000 | 2016 THOR MOTOR HURRICANE | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 209 | |
| 15V265000 | 2016 THOR MOTOR HURRICANE | SEATS | 56 |