2008 FOUR WINDS CHATEAU RECALL - #12V516000
RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Thor Motorcoach is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 motorhomes, manufactured June 1, 2007, through May 1, 2009 and equipped with an Iota ITS-50R Transfer Switch. The models affected are Four Winds brand models: Chateau, Dutchmen, Hurricane, Windsport, Magellan, Fun Mover, Presidio, and Mandalay. Wiring connections inside the transfer switch are not adequate and, as a result, the switch may overheat.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2008 FOUR WINDS CHATEAU |
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| Manufacturer |
Thor Motor Coach |
| Manufactured between |
6/1/2007 - 5/1/2009 |
| Recalled on |
10/24/2012 |
| Influenced by |
Thor Motor Coach |
| Owners Notified on |
11/16/2012 |
| # Affected |
634 |
| Recalled for |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
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| Description |
Thor Motorcoach is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 motorhomes, manufactured June 1, 2007, through May 1, 2009 and equipped with an Iota ITS-50R Transfer Switch. The models affected are Four Winds brand models: Chateau, Dutchmen, Hurricane, Windsport, Magellan, Fun Mover, Presidio, and Mandalay. Wiring connections inside the transfer switch are not adequate and, as a result, the switch may overheat. |
| Consequences |
An overheated switch could cause it to fail and lead to a fire. |
| Corrective action |
Thor Motorcoach will notify owners and replace the Iota Transfer Switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may contact Thor 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. |
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