1997 Thor Dutchmen problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 1997 Thor Dutchmen.
Built on
- Ford E-450 (Incomplete - Cutaway): 1 of 1 decoded VINs · 2 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 1997 E-450
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 recalls above. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see both.
Recalls filed by Thor
Engine And Engine Cooling #02V325000 · 2002 · 2,108 units
Problem: On certain low floor 29', 35' and 40' buses, the engine compartment insulation could fatigue and sag, potentially touching the turbocharger.
Risk: This could potentially lead to a vehicle fire.
Fix: Gillig is providing the owners with new insulation and installation procedures. the new insulation is to be installed on the inside side surface of the access hatch and a mechanical retaining strip to support the adjacent insulation. the retaining strip is attached with nuts and bolts. owner notification began december 19, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agr
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 1 NHTSA owner complaint. 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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Specs
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FAQ
Does the 1997 Thor Dutchmen have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall filed by Thor for the 1997 Dutchmen. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 1997 Thor Dutchmen problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is engine and engine cooling.