2017 THOR ACE RECALL - #17V239000
RECALL FOR TRAILER HITCHES
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017 Ace, Hurricane, and Windsport motorhomes. The weight rating labels for the tow hitches on these vehicles indicate a 10,000lb weight capacity when the actual hitch capacity is 8,000lbs.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2017 THOR ACE |
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| Manufacturer |
Thor Motor Coach |
| Manufactured between |
1/12/2017 - 1/24/2017 |
| Recalled on |
4/11/2017 |
| Influenced by |
Thor Motor Coach |
| Owners Notified on |
5/22/2017 |
| # Affected |
148 |
| Recalled for |
TRAILER HITCHES |
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| Description |
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017 Ace, Hurricane, and Windsport motorhomes. The weight rating labels for the tow hitches on these vehicles indicate a 10,000lb weight capacity when the actual hitch capacity is 8,000lbs. |
| Consequences |
If the hitch is loaded to the capacity on the label, the hitch may damage the motorhome or the hitch may disconnect from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of the crash. |
| Corrective action |
TMC will notify owners and provide them corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2017. Owner's 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. |
| See also |
2017 THOR ACE Recall for SEAT BELTS
2017 THOR ACE Recall for EQUIPMENT, RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
2017 THOR ACE Recall for EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LABELS
2017 THOR ACE Recall for EQUIPMENT
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