2005 Thor California Fury
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2005 Thor California Fury. Newest first.
On certain cargo/travel trailers, there IS a possibility of overloading in the rear cargo area. too much weight incorrectly positioned in this area can result in a light hitch weight and affect stability.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Depending on the specific tow vehicle and its hitch equipment, a sufficiently light hitch weight can result in sway at highway speeds. this could cause a crash involving the trailer and tow vehicle.
Remedy
Owners will be asked to inspect their trailer, tow vehicle, and hitch equipment and to follow proper loading procedures as explained in the owner's guide supplement which will be provided with the owner letter. the recall began on november 15, 2006. owners should contact thor at 1-888-697-8467. note: this campaign supersedes a previous recall (please see 04v242).
On certain cargo/travel trailers, overloading and incorrectly positioning cargo in the rear cargo area can result in alight hitch weight and affect stability.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Depending on the specific tow vehicle and its hitch equipment, a sufficiently light hitch weight can result in sway at highway speeds. too much weight incorrectly positioned can also result in severe bending of the a-frame assembly, failure of the coupler assembly, and/or failure of the safety chains. this can cause a crash involving the trailer and tow vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the trailer, tow vehicle and hitch equipment; install new cargo load limit labels and placards in the cargo area; furnish loading limit information; replace the coupler and safety chains; and reinforce the a-frame. the recall began on november 15, 2006. owners should contact thor at 1-888-697-8467. note: this campaign supersedes a previous recall (please see 04v243).