Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain model year 2017 ACE and Road Bear Rental motorhomes manufactured
— Recall Campaign #16V260000
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."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 32 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V260000
| Manufacturer: | Thor Motor Coach |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 29, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V260000 |
| Units affected: | 32 |
- Description:
- 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."
- Consequeces:
- If the seat belt anchorages pull loose in a crash, they will not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.