NHTSA recall 07V282000
Latches/Locks/Linkages · Thor California, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: On certain trailers, the lock of the side ramp door may not be properly latched by the consumer, could fail to lock properly, or the attaching hardware could come loose.
Why it matters: Any of these possibilities could result in the door opening upwards while in transit. The opening of this ramp door could impact nearby persons or objects resulting in personal injury or vehicle and properly damage.
The fix: Dealers will modify the set screw and install a secondary latch mechanism free of charge. The recall began on July 23, 2007. Owners should contact thor california at 888-697-8467.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2005 Thor California Tahoe
- 2005 Thor California Transport
- 2005 Thor California Vortex
- 2006 Thor California Tahoe
- 2006 Thor California Transport
- 2006 Thor California Vortex
- 2007 Thor California Transport
- 2007 Thor California Vortex
- Thor California Tahoe
- Thor California Transport
- Thor California Vortex
All model years NHTSA lists
2005 Thor California Tahoe, 2006 Thor California Tahoe, 2005 Thor California Transport, 2006 Thor California Transport, 2007 Thor California Transport, 2005 Thor California Vortex, 2006 Thor California Vortex, 2007 Thor California Vortex.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 07V282000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.