THOR MOTOR COACH FREEDOM ELITE (2018) recall — Equipment
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 2018 Freedom Elite RVs due to propane hose sagging that could cause leaks and fire. Owners must contact TMC for free repairs by October 13, 2017 deadline.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A propane fuel leak may increase the risk of a fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2018 Freedom Elite recreational vehicles because the propane fuel hose can sag and become pinched, potentially leaking propane and causing a fire. This hazard affects RV owners who use propane for cooking or heating. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225409-thor-motor-coach-2018-freedom-elite-recreational-vehicles-propane-leak.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225409-thor-motor-coach-2018-freedom-elite-recreational-vehicles-propane-leak · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V522000
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“Thor Motor Coach 2018 Freedom Elite Recreational Vehicles: Propane Leak Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225409-thor-motor-coach-2018-freedom-elite-recreational-vehicles-propane-leak. Based on NHTSA recall #17V522000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V522000).
Why it’s dangerous
The propane fuel hose can sag and get pinched between the vehicle's frame and leaf spring u-bolts. This may damage the hose, leading to propane leaks that could cause a fire if not properly secured.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite recreational vehicles are most at risk. This recall affects RV users who rely on propane for cooking or heating.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2018 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite recreational vehicle has a propane fuel hose that sags between the frame and leaf spring u-bolts. The recall began on October 13, 2017.
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What to do — step by step
Contact TMC Customer Service
Call 1-877-500-1020 to schedule a free inspection and repair of the propane hose.
Have Dealer Inspect Hose
Dealers will inspect the LP hose routing and install additional P-clamps or relocate the P-clamps to secure the hose properly.
What NHTSA says to do
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.
Questions people ask
Why is my 2018 Freedom Elite at risk?
The propane fuel hose can sag and become pinched between the frame and leaf spring u-bolts, potentially damaging the hose and causing a propane leak.
How do I know if I have the recalled model?
Check if your 2018 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite has a propane fuel hose that sags between the frame and leaf spring u-bolts. The recall began on October 13, 2017.
What should I do if I own a recalled vehicle?
Contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020 to schedule a free inspection and repair of the propane hose.
Contact Thor Motor Coach
We’ve drafted a message you can send Thor Motor Coach to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V522000 — Thor Motor Coach Thor Motor Coach Hello, I own a Thor Motor Coach that is covered by recall 17V522000 from Thor Motor Coach. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V522000 (August 24, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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