Thor Motor Coach Recalls 2011-2012 Models Due to Exhaust Fire Risk

Plain-English summary

Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Tuscany, Astoria, and Avanti recreational vehicles manufactured between January 21, 2011, and September 16, 2011. These vehicles are equipped with a Cummins ISX or ISL diesel engine. The recall involves 106 affected units.

The defect involves the V-band clamp assembly used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC)/diesel particulate filter (DPF). The assembly includes a T-bolt that can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. If the T-bolt fails, the clamp may loosen, causing the inlet or outlet sections to disconnect from the DOC/DPF housing.

If these sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent before exiting the tailpipe, creating a risk of combustion and fire. In some applications, if both clamps fail, the DOC/DPF housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard. Owners should contact Cummins at 1-812-377-5000 or an authorized Cummins dealer to have the repairs performed free of charge. The safety recall began on October 10, 2011.

The recalled product

Product

THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY, ASTORIA, AVANTI

Brand

THOR MOTOR COACH

Manufacturer

THOR MOTOR COACH

Category

Vehicle — Recreational Vehicle

Hazard

• fire
• structural-failure

Affected units

106

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