Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2018 Thor Ace 27.2 recreational vehicles
— Recall Campaign #18V498000
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Thor Ace 27.2 recreational vehicles. The rubber liquid propane (LP) hose may sag and contact the tire in the wheel well.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 167 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V498000
| Manufacturer: | Thor Motor Coach |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 30, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V498000 |
| Units affected: | 167 |
- Description:
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Thor Ace 27.2 recreational vehicles. The rubber liquid propane (LP) hose may sag and contact the tire in the wheel well.
- Consequeces:
- Contact with the tire may cause the LP hose to leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rubber LP hose and replace it as necessary. Dealers will install additional p-clamps or relocate the existing p-clamps to properly secure the hose, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000158.
- 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.