2018 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite problems & recalls

Problem: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2018 four winds, chateau and freedom elite recreational vehicles. the liquid propane (lp) hose may sag and become pinched between the frame and the leaf spring u-bolts, potentially damaging the hose and causing a propane leak.

Risk: A propane fuel leak may increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lp hose routing and install additional p-clamps or relocate the p-clamps to properly secure the hose, free of charge. the recall began on october 13, 2017. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-500-1020. tmc's number for this recall is rc000144.

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 (tmc) is recalling certain 2018-2019 thor four winds, chateau, and freedom elite vehicles. the liquid propane (lp) hose may not have adequate space between the floor and the metal plate on the refrigerator, causing damage to the hose and possibly creating a propane leak.

Risk: A propane leak can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will remove a portion of the refrigerator base plate to provide additional clearance for the lp hose, free of charge. the recall began december 11, 2018. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000162.