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NHTSARecalled Jul 20, 2020 · #20V419000

Loose Battery Cables May Cause Fire

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2021 Daybreak, Four Winds, Quantum, Chateau, and Freedom Elite motorhomes built on the 2020 Ford E-Series chassis. The battery cable may not have been properly secured within the chassis rail, which can cause it to contact the exhaust manifold and heat shield. Battery cable contact with the exhaust manifold and heat shield can increase the risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
Loose Battery Cables May Cause Fire
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the battery cable. If needed the cable will be re-routed and properly secured, free of charge. This recall began September 11, 2020. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000197.

View the official CPSC notice