Thor Motor Coach Ace, Astoria, Astoria Pacific and others: Equipment

Date

Nov. 22, 2017

Filed by

Thor Motor Coach

Vehicles

Damon Essence (2008, 2009, 2010); Four Winds FUN Mover (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010); Four Winds Infinity (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006); Four Winds Presidio (2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009); Thor Aria (2017, 2018); Thor Palazzo (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018); Thor Motor Hurricane (2016, 2017); Thor Motor Miramar (2016); Thor Motor Outlaw (2016); Thor Motor Coach Ace (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018); Thor Motor Coach Astoria (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012); Thor Motor Coach Astoria Pacific (2007, 2008, 2009); Thor Motor Coach Avanti (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012); Thor Motor Coach Axis (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018); Thor Motor Coach Challenger (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018); Thor Motor Coach Challenger Platinum (2008, 2009, 2010); Thor Motor Coach Chateau (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018); Thor Motor Coach Chateau Citation (2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018); Thor Motor Coach Compass (2016, 2017, 2018); Thor Motor Coach Cruise Travel Trailer (2007); Thor Motor Coach DEL RAY (2009); Thor Motor Coach Daybreak (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014); Thor Motor Coach Daybreak Classic Sport (2010); Thor Motor Coach Daybreak Sport (2009, 2010); Thor Motor Coach Dutchmen (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010); Thor Motor Coach Dutchmen Dorado (2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010); Thor Motor Coach EL Monte (2017, 2018); Thor Motor Coach Escaper (2003, 2004, 2005); Thor Motor Coach Four Winds (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018); Thor Motor Coach Four Winds Siesta (2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018); and 24 more makes and models in the full notice

Component

Equipment

Description of the defect

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

Potentially affected

110400

What can happen

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

Recall notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Owner notification date

Jan. 15, 2018

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Recall number

17V758000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.