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NHTSARecalled Mar 7, 2016 · #16V139000

Heat from Exhaust may Melt Storage Compartment

Hazard

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Description

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Hurricane and Windsport motor homes manufactured January 30, 2013, to March 6, 2015. In the affected motor homes, the vehicle exhaust is located near a storage compartment where heat may build-up, causing the compartment to melt. Heat build-up in the vehicle storage compartment increases the risk of fire.

Product details

Product
Heat from Exhaust may Melt Storage Compartment
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Model numbers
2016 Hurricane
UPCs

What you should do

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield to prevent heat build-up in the storage compartment. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000112.

View the official CPSC notice