CHAMPION CHALLENGER 2017: VISIBILITY
| Make : CHAMPION | Model : CHALLENGER | Year : 2017 |
| Build Dates : 2016-09-20 - 2018-08-17 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18V812000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2019-01-10 | Date Received by ODI: 2018-11-16 | Date Added to Database: 2018-11-20 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Thor Motor Coach | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: RC000165 | ||
| Component: VISIBILITY | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1485 | ||
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Summary:
Thor Motor Coach "TMC" is recalling certain 2017-2019 Thor Challenger, Miramar, and Outlaw motorhomes. The motorized windshield roller shade at the driver's seating position may unroll without warning while driving. |
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Consequence:
If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a fastener to ensure the motor will not allow the shade to roll down during while driving. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000165. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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