Thor Motor Coach Recalls Vehicles Due to Oxygen Sensor Wiring Defect

Plain-English summary

Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain recreational vehicles manufactured between March 9, 2010, and March 9, 2011. The affected models include the Freedom Elite, Four Winds Siesta, Chateau, Majestic, Four Winds, and Chateau Citation.

The recall addresses a defect where the wiring for the oxygen (O2) sensor connected to the catalytic converter may not be properly secured. If the wiring is not secured, it can fall onto the exhaust system, melt, and short out. This can trigger the check engine light and, in some cases, cause the engine to shut down while the vehicle is being driven.

An engine shutdown while driving increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will secure the oxygen sensor by installing a clamp and adding an additional fastener free of charge. The safety recall began on March 31, 2011. Owners may contact the TMC Warranty Service Department at 1-877-500-1020 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product

THOR MOTOR COACH CHATEAU, CHATEAU CITATION, FREEDOM ELITE, FOUR WINDS SIESTA

Brand

THOR MOTOR COACH

Manufacturer

THOR MOTOR COACH

Category

Vehicle — Recreational Vehicle

Hazard

• electrical-short
• engine-shutdown
• crash-risk

Affected units

1,175

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Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Distribution

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