Thor Motor Coach Four Winds Siesta problems & recalls

Problem: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2020 daybreak, four winds, delano, gemini, quantum, tiburon, chateau citation, compass, chateau, siesta, freedom elite, and synergy motorhomes built on mercedes-benz sprinter chassis [platform 907 (vs30)] equipped with automatic transmissions. the owner's manual does not correctly specify the certain conditions under which the automatic parking function (auto-p) operates.

Risk: If a customer were to rely on the auto-p function as described in the operator's manual, the possibility of a vehicle rollaway or unintended vehicle movement cannot be ruled out which could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Tmc will notify owners, and a mercedes benz dealer will supplement the operator's manual with a correct description of the auto-p function equipped in the vehicle. this recall began june 25, 2020. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000190.

Problem: Thor motor coach (thor) is recalling various 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. see a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v758-5764.pdf. these extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. for a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rm

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Thor will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on january 15, 2018. owners may contact thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020, or kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information.

Problem: Thor motor coach (thor) is recalling certain model year 2015 four winds 5000, hurricane, miramar, chateau citation, chateau, four winds siesta, windsport, and freedom elite motorhomes manufactured august 7, 2014, to october 17, 2014. the affected motorhomes have awnings whose mounting brackets may crack, and the awnings may fall.

Risk: If an awning falls, there is an increased risk of injury to anyone under the awning.

Fix: Thor has notified owners, and dealers will replace the defective mounting brackets, free of charge. the recall began on november 10, 2014. owners may contact thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. thor's number for this recall is rc000095.

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.

Problem: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain recreational vehicles manufactured from march 9, 2010, through march 9, 2011. the wiring for the oxygen (o2) sensor that connects to the catalytic converter may not be properly secured. when not secured, wiring can fall onto the exhaust, melt, and short out causing a check engine light (cel) and, in some cases, the engine to shut down while driving.

Risk: An engine shut down while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will secure the oxygen sensor by installing a clamp and by adding an additional fastener free of charge. the safety recall began on march 31, 2011. owners may contact tmc warranty service department at 1-877-500-1020.