Every 2012 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Equipment · NHTSA 17V758000
Nov 22, 2017Equipment
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling various 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V758-5764.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Thor will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Full recall details for 17V758000 →Equipment · NHTSA 15V745000
Oct 11, 2015Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Thor Challenger, Thor Citation, Thor Hurricane, Thor Tuscany, Thor Windsport, 2011-2012 Thor Astoria, Thor Avanti, Thor Chateau, 2011-2014 Thor Daybreak, 2011-2015 Thor Outlaw, Thor Siesta, 2014-2015 Thor Miramar, 2012 Thor Four Winds, 2008-2011 Damon Astoria, Damon Daybreak, Damon Outlaw, Damon Tuscany, 2008-2012, Damon Challenger, 2008-2010 Damon Essence, 2009-2011 Damon Avanti, Four Winds Chateau, Four Winds Citation, Four Winds Four Winds, Four Winds Hurricane, Four Winds Siesta, Four Winds Windsport, 2009-2010 Four Winds Dorado, Four Winds Dutchmen, Four Winds Magellan, Four Winds Mandalay and 2009 Four Winds Fun Mover, and Four Winds Presidio motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
- Risk
- Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Thor will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism and replace all of the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2016. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is RC000111.
Full recall details for 15V745000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 13V265000
Jun 25, 2013Electrical System
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Windsport, model year 2006-2010 Magellan, model year 2007-2013 Hurricane, model year 2009-2013 Serrano and model year 2011-2013 A.C.E motorhomes. The motorhomes are equipped with an RV Custom Products Battery Control Center (BCC) which may experience a failure while the motorhome is in motion.
- Risk
- If the BCC fails, all power may be lost to the motorhome chassis, including all lighting, making the vehicle very difficult to operate, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Thor will notify owners, and dealers will rewire the BCC free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2013. Customers may contact Thor at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's recall campaign number is RC000077.
Full recall details for 13V265000 →Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 11V459000
Aug 31, 2011Engine and Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
- Problem
- THOR MOTOR COACH (TMC) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 WINDSPORT AND HURRICANE MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 3, 2010, THROUGH AUGUST 18, 2011. ON THESE VEHICLES, THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS CLOSE TO A VEHICLE STORAGE COMPARTMENT. HEAT CAN BUILD UP IN THIS AREA.
- Risk
- HEAT BUILD UP COULD RESULT IN A FIRE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
- Fix
- TMC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL A HEAT SHIELD TO PROTECT THE STORAGE COMPARTMENT FROM THE HEAT GENERATED BY THE EXHAUST. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 3, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TMC AT 1-877-855-2867.
Full recall details for 11V459000 →
2012 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane, reporting 1 fires. Thor Motor Coach has issued at least 2 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Engine and Engine Cooling1
- Suspension1
- Wheels1
Service bulletins by component
Public reports · not verifiedWhat people reported
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Fire
“2012 THOR HURRICANE MOTOR COACH. INSURANCE COMPANY WRITES IN REGARDS TO A FIRE THAT IGNITED NEAR THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING *TGW THE UNIT WAS TOTALLY DESTROYED BY THE FIRE. *JB UPDATED 08/14/12 UPDATED 08/15/12*LJ UPDATED 08/16/12.”
2012 THOR MOTOR COACH HURRICANEAug 2, 2012
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10468721
“DRIVING 63 MPH ON HWY 99 NORTH OF MADERA, CA IN 2012 32' CLASS A RV WHEN RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW/TREAD SEPARATED. CONTINENTAL HSR WITH 20,300 MILES WHICH WAS ALWAYS COVERED WHEN PARKED AND PROPER 95 PSI AIR PRESSURE ALWAYS MAINTAINED/CHECKED.”
2012 THOR MOTOR COACH HURRICANEAug 11, 2016
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10894962
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 THOR HURRICANE RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A STRONG ODOR OF HYDRAULIC FLUID EMITTED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT LATER NOTICED THAT THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM WAS LEAKING FLUID.”
2012 THOR MOTOR COACH HURRICANEMar 6, 2014
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10567646
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