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Thor Motor Coach Four Winds Recall 18V741: Propane Hose May Rub and Leak, Creating Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 18V741, reported October 19, 2018, 1,384 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain motorhomes have a liquid propane hose that may not have enough clearance between the floor and the metal base plate under the refrigerator. Over time, the hose can be damaged, which may cause a propane leak.

A propane leak can increase the risk of a fire. Owners should watch for signs of a problem and treat any suspected leak seriously.

The repair is free at an authorized dealer, which will remove a portion of the refrigerator base plate to create additional clearance for the propane hose. Owners will be notified by the manufacturer, Thor Motor Coach, and can contact its customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your motorhome is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V741Thor Motor Coach
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS
Problem
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thor Four Winds, Chateau, and Freedom Elite vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may not have adequate space between the floor and the metal plate on the refrigerator, causing damage to the hose and possibly creating a propane leak.
Risk
A propane leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will remove a portion of the refrigerator base plate to provide additional clearance for the LP hose, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000162.
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.

Affected vehicles

Thor Motor Coach Chateau20182019
Thor Motor Coach Four Winds20182019
Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite20182019