NHTSA recall 16V696000
Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire
Thor Motor Coach Chateau and 1 more
Reported Sep 27, 2016223 vehicles affectedThor Motor CoachMaker’s number RC000122Built Jun 16, 2015 – Apr 29, 2016
The defect
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Four Winds and Chateau motorhomes manufactured June 16, 2015, to April 29, 2016. The affected motorhomes are equipped with a spare tire bracket that may loosen and detach during vehicle operation.
The risk
If the spare tire bracket and spare tire detaches, it could be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install carriage bolts to properly secure the spare tire bracket, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2016. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000122.