Recall 14V-695: 2015 Thor Motor Coach Chateau, 2015 Thor Motor Coach Chateau Citation and 6 more
Thor Motor Coach recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Nov 3, 2014, covering about 215 vehicles.
The problem
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2015 Four Winds 5000, Hurricane, Miramar, Chateau Citation, Chateau, Four Winds Siesta, Windsport, and Freedom Elite motorhomes manufactured August 7, 2014, to October 17, 2014. The affected motorhomes have awnings whose mounting brackets may crack, and the awnings may fall.
The risk
If an awning falls, there is an increased risk of injury to anyone under the awning.
The fix
Thor has notified owners, and dealers will replace the defective mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2014. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is RC000095.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Thor Motor Coach |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 14V695000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach Chateau | 2015 | All years |
| Thor Motor Coach Chateau Citation | 2015 | All years |
| Thor Motor Coach Four Winds 5000 | 2015 | All years |
| Thor Motor Coach Four Winds Siesta | 2015 | All years |
| Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite | 2015 | All years |
| Thor Motor Coach Hurricane | 2015 | All years |
| Thor Motor Coach Miramar | 2015 | All years |
| Thor Motor Coach Windsport | 2015 | 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 14V-695?
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2015 Four Winds 5000, Hurricane, Miramar, Chateau Citation, Chateau, Four Winds Siesta, Windsport, and Freedom Elite motorhomes manufactured August 7, 2014, to October 17, 2014. The affected motorhomes have awnings whose mounting brackets may crack, and the awnings may fall.
How is recall 14V-695 fixed?
Thor has notified owners, and dealers will replace the defective mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2014. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is RC000095.
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.