CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Daybreak, Four Winds, Chateau, Freedom Elite, Quantum motorhomes built on a Chevrolet chassis. The BIM (Battery Isolation Manager)/BIR (Battery Isolation Relay) is not watertight when exposed to engine compartment heat.
- Risk
- Water may get into the BIM/BIR and create electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the BIM/BIR with a Trombetta solenoid, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000206.
- 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
On certain 2020-2021 Thor Motor Coach motorhomes built on a Chevrolet chassis, the Battery Isolation Manager/Battery Isolation Relay (BIM/BIR) is not watertight when exposed to engine compartment heat. Water can get into the unit and cause electrical arcing.
Electrical arcing creates a risk of fire. Owners should watch for any open recall notice for their motorhome and contact Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-855-2867, referencing recall RC000206. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
The remedy is free: an authorized dealer will replace the BIM/BIR with a Trombetta solenoid at no cost to you.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle