2017 Thor Motor Coach Road Bear Rental problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Road Bear Rental.
Recalls filed by Thor Motor Coach
Seat Belts #16V260000 · 2016 · 32 units
Problem: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2017 ace and road bear rental motorhomes manufactured february 11, 2016, to march 9, 2016. the seat belt anchorages located in the slide out section may not meet the specified strength requirements, allowing them to pull loose during a crash. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Risk: If the seat belt anchorages pull loose in a crash, they will not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install reinforcement brackets, and plates, free of charge. the recall began on may 27, 2016. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-500-1020.
Equipment #16V571000 · 2016 · 5,633 units
Problem: Thor motor coach (thor) is recalling certain model year 2012-2017 ace, 2013 citation, 2012-2013 siesta and 2017 four winds and road bear rental motorhomes. the affected vehicles are equipped with shower curtains that may not adequately resist catching fire in the presence of an ignition source. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 302, "flammability of interior materials."
Risk: A flammable shower curtain may further fuel a fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Thor will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shower curtains with curtains made with fire retardant, free of charge. the recall began on september 15, 2016. owners may contact thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020. thor's number for this recall is rc000121.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
Fix it, equip it, or try one first
Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Road Bear Rental have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Thor Motor Coach for the 2017 Road Bear Rental. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2017 Thor Motor Coach Road Bear Rental problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.