Thor California Wanderer Vortex problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2004–2004: 3 recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint. Pick a model year.
By year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 3 | 1 |
What owners complain about (all years)
Recent recalls
Structure #04V242000 · 2004 · 48 units
Problem: On certain travel trailers, improper weight distribution may occur when the back of the travel trailer is loaded with cargo.
Risk: Under certain load conditions, the improper weight distribution may cause handling problems, including but not limited to, potential swaying of the trailer while being towed on the road. This could ultimately result in an crash involving the travel trailer and the tow vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will add the necessary weight at the trailer's a-frame. Owners should contact Thor California at 1-888-697-8467. This recall was superseded by 06V-466.
Structure #04V241000 · 2004 · 224 units
Problem: On certain travel trailers, improper weight distribution may occur when the back of the travel trailer is loaded with cargo.
Risk: Under certain load conditions, the improper weight distribution may cause handling problems, including but not limited to, potential swaying of the trailer while being towed on the road. This could ultimately result in an crash involving the travel trailer and the tow vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will add reinforcing steel to the a-frame, install a new coupler with higher weight capacity, and higher capacity safety chains. Owners should contact Thor California at 1-888-697-8467.
Structure #04V243000 · 2004 · 83 units
Problem: On certain 'toy box' travel trailers, improper weight distribution may occur when the back of the travel trailer is loaded with cargo.
Risk: Under certain load conditions, the improper weight distribution may cause handling problems with the travel trailer, including but not limited to, potential swaying of the trailer while being towed on the road, which could ultimately result in a crash involving the travel trailer and the tow vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will add the necessary weight at the trailer's a-frame, change the trailers a-frame to a thicker steel, and change the trailer's coupler and safety chains to a higher weight rating. The recall is expected to begin during January or February 2005. Owners should contact Thor California at 1-888-697-8467.
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