Thor Motor Coach Hurricane recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 7, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Thor Motor Coach recalls 2014–2016 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane, Windsport

Recall number

16V139000

Brand / firm

Thor Motor Coach, Thor Motor

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 385 units

Why it was recalled

Heat build-up in the vehicle storage compartment increases the risk of fire.

What was recalled

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Hurricane and Windsport motor homes manufactured January 30, 2013, to March 6, 2015. In the affected motor homes, the vehicle exhaust is located near a storage compartment where heat may build-up, causing the compartment to melt.

What to do

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield to prevent heat build-up in the storage compartment. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000112.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.