Recall 15V-698: 2009–2011 Four Winds Hurricane, 2010 Four Winds Magellan and 3 more
Thor Motor Coach recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Oct 23, 2015, covering about 503 vehicles.
The problem
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Four Winds Hurricane and Windsport, 2009-2010 Four Winds Mandalay, 2010 Four Winds Magellan, and 2010-2011 Four Winds Serrano motorhomes manufactured May 2, 2009, to September 1, 2010. The affected vehicles are wired to be powered by a generator and are equipped with an Iota ITS-50R transfer switch that may fail when exposed to elevated electrical loads and used in higher ambient temperatures.
The risk
As the transfer switch fails, it may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Iota ITS-50R transfer switch with a transfer switch from another manufacturer, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is RC000106.
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 | Electrical System |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 15V698000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Four Winds Hurricane | 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Four Winds Magellan | 2010 | All years |
| Four Winds Mandalay | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Four Winds Serrano | 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Four Winds Windsport | 2009, 2010, 2011 | 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 15V-698?
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Four Winds Hurricane and Windsport, 2009-2010 Four Winds Mandalay, 2010 Four Winds Magellan, and 2010-2011 Four Winds Serrano motorhomes manufactured May 2, 2009, to September 1, 2010. The affected vehicles are wired to be powered by a generator and are equipped with an Iota ITS-50R transfer switch that may fail when exposed to elevated electrical loads and used in higher ambient temperatures.
How is recall 15V-698 fixed?
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Iota ITS-50R transfer switch with a transfer switch from another manufacturer, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is RC000106.
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.