2006 Thor California Tahoe problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Thor California Tahoe.
Body type
- Trailer: 8 of 8 decoded VINs
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints.
Recalls filed by Thor California
Equipment #06V208000 · 2006 · 64,000 units
Problem: On certain travel and fifth wheel trailers equipped with suburban and atwood furnaces, the furnace exhaust vent was improperly installed. The furnace exhaust vent will allow leakage of fumes which contain combustion products, including a high concentration of potentially lethal carbon monoxide gas.
Risk: Fumes could enter into the trailer and could result in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners will receive instructions on inspecting the furnace vent. If an owner believes the vent is installed incorrectly, is not sure how to inspect the furnace exhaust vent, or needs assistance in getting the furnace exhaust vent installation inspected and corrected, owners should contact Thor immediately at 1-877-870-2638 or via the internet at http://www.thorca.com. The recall began on June 15,…
Latches/Locks/Linkages #07V282000 · 2007 · 243 units
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
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.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Check a VIN: vehicle history report
Shopping for a used 2006 Thor California Tahoe? Run the 17-character VIN to see title records, salvage and junk history, odometer readings and past sales before you buy.
The VIN is on the driver-side dashboard (seen through the windshield), the door jamb sticker, or the title and registration. Reports are provided by VinAudit, which opens in a new tab. Heads up: we may earn a commission if you buy a report, at no extra cost to you. Disclosure
What owners complain about
Components named in 8 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2006 Thor California Tahoe have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Thor California for the 2006 Tahoe. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2006 Thor California Tahoe problems?
In 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is structure.