THOR MOTOR COACH FREEDOM ELITE (2020) recall — Electrical System
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 2020 Freedom Elite motorhomes due to a water leak in the electrical system that could cause electrical arcing and fire. Owners must contact TMC for free replacement of the BIM/BIR component.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Water may get into the BIM/BIR and create electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2020 Freedom Elite motorhomes because water can enter the electrical system, potentially causing a fire. This affects owners who bought these models between January 2020 and 2021. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80087-thor-motor-coach-2020-freedom-elite-motorhome-recall-electrical-fire.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80087-thor-motor-coach-2020-freedom-elite-motorhome-recall-electrical-fire · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #20V711000
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“Thor Motor Coach 2020 Freedom Elite Motorhome Recall: Electrical Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80087-thor-motor-coach-2020-freedom-elite-motorhome-recall-electrical-fire. Based on NHTSA recall #20V711000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V711000).
Why it’s dangerous
The BIM (Battery Isolation Manager) and BIR (Battery Isolation Relay) components are not watertight when exposed to engine heat. This allows water to enter the electrical system, which can cause electrical arcing and potentially lead to a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2020-2021 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite motorhomes built on Chevrolet chassis are affected. Those who live in areas with high humidity or frequent rain may face a higher risk of electrical issues.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your motorhome was built between 2020 and 2021. The recall specifically affects models with a Chevrolet chassis, including the Freedom Elite series.
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What to do — step by step
Contact TMC Customer Service
Call 1-877-855-2867 to get the free replacement of the BIM/BIR component.
What NHTSA says to do
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the BIM/BIR with a Trombetta solenoid, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000206.
Questions people ask
What models are affected by this recall?
2020-2021 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite motorhomes built on Chevrolet chassis.
How can I tell if my motorhome is affected?
Check if your motorhome was built between 2020 and 2021 and has a Chevrolet chassis, including the Freedom Elite series.
Is there a risk of fire with this recall?
Yes, water entering the electrical system can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of fire.
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 20V711000 — Thor Motor Coach Thor Motor Coach Hello, I own a Thor Motor Coach that is covered by recall 20V711000 from Thor Motor Coach. The official recall notice states: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the BIM/BIR with a Trombetta solenoid, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000206. 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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Where this comes from
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 #20V711000 (November 17, 2020)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 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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