NHTSA Recall 06V468000: Structure
THOR CALIFORNIA INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 117 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Thor California Frenzy.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V468000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | December 4, 2006 |
| Owner notification | November 15, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain cargo/travel trailers, overloading and incorrectly positioning cargo in the rear cargo area can result in alight hitch weight and affect stability.
Safety 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).
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V468000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thor California Frenzy | 2004, 2005 |
| Thor California Fury | 2005 |
| Thor California Jazz | 2004, 2005 |
| Thor California Tahoe | 2004, 2005 |
| Thor California Tahoe Fury | 2004 |
| Thor California Vortex | 2004, 2005 |
| Thor California Wanderer | 2004, 2005 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.