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- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Omni and Magnitude motorhomes. The battery tray may be improperly welded to the chassis frame, allowing the battery tray to detach from the chassis.
- Risk
- If the battery tray detaches from the chassis, the battery may discharge, causing the vehicle to stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- TMC has notified owners, and dealers will weld on an additional support to the battery tray, free of charge. The recall began August 8, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000171.
- 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 battery tray on certain motorhomes may be improperly welded to the chassis frame. Over time, the tray can detach from the chassis, which may cause the battery to discharge and the vehicle to stall.
A stalled motorhome increases the risk of a crash. Owners of affected vehicles should have the battery tray inspected and reinforced as soon as possible. Dealers will weld an additional support to the battery tray at no cost to the owner.
To see if your vehicle is included, check your VIN for open recalls and contact Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-855-2867, referencing recall RC000171.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Thor Motor Coach Magnitude | 20192020 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach Omni | 20192020 |