Recall 17V239000 — TRAILER HITCHES Defect in 2017-2017 THOR MOTOR HURRICANE
RECALL This recall affects up to 148 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 17V239000 |
| Manufacturer | Thor Motor Coach |
| Vehicles Affected | 148 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017 Ace, Hurricane, and Windsport motorhomes. The weight rating labels for the tow hitches on these vehicles indicate a 10,000lb weight capacity when the actual hitch capacity is 8,000lbs.
Safety Consequence
If the hitch is loaded to the capacity on the label, the hitch may damage the motorhome or the hitch may disconnect from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of the crash.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners and provide them corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2017. Owner's may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020.
Related Recalls for THOR MOTOR
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17V758000 | 2017 THOR MOTOR HURRICANE | EQUIPMENT | 110,400 | |
| 17V634000 | 2017 THOR MOTOR HURRICANE | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 507 | |
| 17V555000 | 2016 THOR MOTOR OUTLAW | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | 1,105 | |
| 17V162000 | 2016 THOR MOTOR MIRAMAR | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | 8,617 | |
| 16V893000 | 2016 THOR MOTOR OUTLAW | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | 209 | |
| 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 |