2014 Thor Motor Coach Four Winds 5000 problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Thor Motor Coach Four Winds 5000.
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Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints. For motorhomes, engine, brake and steering recalls are filed by the chassis maker and are not counted in the Thor Motor Coach recalls above. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see both.
Recalls filed by Thor Motor Coach
Equipment #13V164000 · 2013 · 427 units
Problem: Thor motor coach is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 challenger, four winds 5000, hurricane, chateau, chateau sport, and windsport; model year 2013 palazzo and four winds siesta and model year 2014 majestic motorhomes manufactured february 13, 2013, through april 09, 2013. if the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowningly become damaged. a damaged motor may lead to an unfurling of the awning.
Risk: If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Fix: Thor motor coach will notify owners and dometic staff will replace the affected motors with a design that is not subject to an out-of-sequence installation error. the recall began during may 2013. owners may contact thor at 1-877-855-2867 or dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 2 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Thor Motor Coach Four Winds 5000 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall filed by Thor Motor Coach for the 2014 Four Winds 5000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2014 Thor Motor Coach Four Winds 5000 problems?
In 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is structure.