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- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Four Winds, Chateau and Freedom Elite recreational vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may sag and become pinched between the frame and the leaf spring u-bolts, potentially damaging the hose and causing a propane leak.
- Risk
- A propane fuel leak may increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The liquid propane (LP) hose on certain motorhomes may sag and become pinched between the frame and the leaf spring U-bolts. This can damage the hose and cause a propane leak.
A propane leak increases the risk of a fire. If you smell gas or suspect a leak, do not start the engine or operate electrical switches, get everyone out, and contact your dealer or the fire department.
Authorized dealers will inspect the LP hose routing and install additional P-clamps or relocate the existing ones to secure the hose properly. The repair is free. Contact Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-500-1020, referencing recall RC000144, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Thor Motor Coach Chateau | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach Four Winds | 2018 |
| Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite | 2018 |