THOR MOTOR COACH FREEDOM ELITE (2020) recall — Structure
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 2020 Freedom Elite motorhomes built on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis due to potential brake fluid leaks from chafing brake hoses, increasing crash risk. Free repairs available.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the brake fluid leaks, this may extend the braking distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2020 Freedom Elite motorhomes because brake hoses can chafe and leak brake fluid, which may extend braking distance and cause crashes. Owners should contact TMC for free repairs. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80086-thor-motor-coach-2020-freedom-elite-recall-brake-fluid-leak.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80086-thor-motor-coach-2020-freedom-elite-recall-brake-fluid-leak · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #20V312000
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“Thor Motor Coach 2020 Freedom Elite Recall: Brake Fluid Leak Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80086-thor-motor-coach-2020-freedom-elite-recall-brake-fluid-leak. Based on NHTSA recall #20V312000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V312000).
Why it’s dangerous
The rear fender liner on the front axle can rub against the brake hose, causing it to leak brake fluid. This reduces braking power, making it harder to stop quickly and increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2020 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite motorhomes built on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without the repair may face longer braking distances in emergencies.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2020 Freedom Elite motorhome was built on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis (platform 907/VS30). The recall covers specific models like Daybreak, Four Winds, and others listed in the official notice.
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What to do — step by step
Contact TMC Customer Service
Reach out to Thor Motor Coach at 1-877-855-2867 to schedule a free brake hose inspection and repair.
Get Brake Hose Inspection
An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will check for chafing and replace brake hoses if needed at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
TMC will notify owners, and an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will inspect the brake hoses for chafing and replacement if necessary. The fender liner will also be altered to permit more clearance. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began June 25, 2020. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000191.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The rear fender liner on the front axle may contact and chafe the brake hose, potentially causing brake fluid leaks that extend braking distance.
Do I need to stop using my vehicle immediately?
No, but owners should contact TMC for a free inspection to prevent brake fluid leaks that could increase crash risk.
How can I check if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your 2020 Freedom Elite motorhome was built on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis (platform 907/VS30).
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 20V312000 — Thor Motor Coach Thor Motor Coach Hello, I own a Thor Motor Coach that is covered by recall 20V312000 from Thor Motor Coach. The official recall notice states: TMC will notify owners, and an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will inspect the brake hoses for chafing and replacement if necessary. The fender liner will also be altered to permit more clearance. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began June 25, 2020. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000191. 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 #20V312000 (May 28, 2020)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 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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