Thor Motor Coach Majestic recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 20, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Thor Motor Coach recalls 2020 Thor Motor Coach, Thor — 7 models

Recall number

19V609000

Brand / firm

Thor Motor Coach, Thor

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,941 units

Why it was recalled

The loose connection can causing arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2020 Chateau, Daybreak, Four Winds, Freedom Elite, Majestic, Outlaw and Quantum motorhomes. The battery cables may loosen on the battery isolation manager (BIM) or battery isolation relay (BIR), causing premature BIN/BIR failure or electrical arcing.

What to do

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install lock washers to properly secure the battery cable to the BIM/BIR. If the cable was loose, dealers will also replace the BIM/BIR, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000172.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.