Thor Motor Hurricane recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 23, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Thor Motor Coach recalls 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane, Windsport, Challenger

Recall number

15V699000

Brand / firm

Thor Motor, Thor Motor Coach

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 17 units

Why it was recalled

If the parking brake does not fully engage, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash. A parking brake that drags may result in a wheel end fire.

What was recalled

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Challenger, Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes manufactured July 31, 2015, to September 9, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the parking brake actuator may be out of calibration causing the parking brake system to not properly hold the vehicle even with the parking brake pedal fully depressed. Additionally, the parking brake may not disengage completely when the parking brake pedal is released.

What to do

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake foot pedal assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000107.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.