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Recall 20V-711: 2020–2021 Thor Motor Coach Daybreak, 2021 Thor Motor Coach Four Winds and 5 more

Thor Motor Coach recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Nov 17, 2020, covering about 1,074 vehicles.

NHTSA number
20V-711
Report date
Nov 17, 2020
Vehicles affected
1,074
Owners notified
Jan 13, 2021

The 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.

The risk

Water may get into the BIM/BIR and create electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerThor Motor Coach
ComponentElectrical System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number20V711000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Thor Motor Coach Daybreak2020, 2021All years
Thor Motor Coach Four Winds2021All years
Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite2020, 2021All years
Thor Motor Coach Quantum2021All years
Thor Motor Coach Redundant Chateau2020, 2021All years
Thor Motor Coach Redundant Four Winds2020All years
Thor Motor Coach Redundant Quantum2020All 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 20V-711?

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.

How is recall 20V-711 fixed?

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.

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.