THOR MANDALAY 2010: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| Make : THOR | Model : MANDALAY | Year : 2010 |
| Build Dates : 2007-06-01 - 2009-05-01 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 12V516000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2012-11-16 | Date Received by ODI: 2012-10-22 | Date Added to Database: 2012-10-24 |
| Manufacturers Involved: FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: RC000064 | ||
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 634 | ||
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Summary:
Thor Motorcoach is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 motorhomes, manufactured June 1, 2007, through May 1, 2009 and equipped with an Iota ITS-50R Transfer Switch. The models affected are Four Winds brand models: Chateau, Dutchmen, Hurricane, Windsport, Magellan, Fun Mover, Presidio, and Mandalay. Wiring connections inside the transfer switch are not adequate and, as a result, the switch may overheat. |
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Consequence:
An overheated switch could cause it to fail and lead to a fire. |
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Remedy:
Thor Motorcoach will notify owners and replace the Iota Transfer Switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may contact Thor at 1-877-500-1020. |
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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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