Recall 06V-468: 2004–2005 Thor California Frenzy, 2005 Thor California Fury and 5 more
THOR CALIFORNIA INC. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Dec 4, 2006, covering about 117 vehicles.
The problem
On certain cargo/travel trailers, overloading and incorrectly positioning cargo in the rear cargo area can result in alight hitch weight and affect stability.
The risk
Depending on the specific tow vehicle and its hitch equipment, a sufficiently light hitch weight can result in sway at highway speeds. Too much weight incorrectly positioned can also result in severe bending of the a-frame assembly, failure of the coupler assembly, and/or failure of the safety chains. This can cause a crash involving the trailer and tow vehicle.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the trailer, tow vehicle and hitch equipment; install new cargo load limit labels and placards in the cargo area; furnish loading limit information; replace the coupler and safety chains; and reinforce the a-frame. The recall began on november 15, 2006. Owners should contact thor at 1-888-697-8467. Note: this campaign supersedes a previous recall (Please see 04v243).
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | THOR CALIFORNIA INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V468000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Thor California Frenzy | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Thor California Fury | 2005 | All years |
| Thor California Jazz | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Thor California Tahoe | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Thor California Tahoe Fury | 2004 | All years |
| Thor California Vortex | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Thor California Wanderer | 2004, 2005 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 06V-468?
On certain cargo/travel trailers, overloading and incorrectly positioning cargo in the rear cargo area can result in alight hitch weight and affect stability.
How is recall 06V-468 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the trailer, tow vehicle and hitch equipment; install new cargo load limit labels and placards in the cargo area; furnish loading limit information; replace the coupler and safety chains; and reinforce the a-frame. The recall began on november 15, 2006. Owners should contact thor at 1-888-697-8467. Note: this campaign supersedes a previous recall (Please see 04v243).
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.