NHTSA Recall 11V178000: Electrical (equipment)
THOR MOTOR COACH reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,175 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Thor Motor Coach Chateau.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V178000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL |
| Report received | March 15, 2011 |
| Owner notification | March 31, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain recreational vehicles manufactured from march 9, 2010, through march 9, 2011. The wiring for the oxygen (o2) sensor that connects to the catalytic converter may not be properly secured. When not secured, wiring can fall onto the exhaust, melt, and short out causing a check engine light (cel) and, in some cases, the engine to shut down while driving.
Safety risk
An engine shut down while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the oxygen sensor by installing a clamp and by adding an additional fastener free of charge. The safety recall began on march 31, 2011. Owners may contact tmc warranty service department at 1-877-500-1020.
Notes
Owners may 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V178000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach Chateau | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Thor Motor Coach Chateau Citation | 2011 |
| Thor Motor Coach Four Winds | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Thor Motor Coach Four Winds Siesta | 2011 |
| Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite | 2011, 2012 |
| Thor Motor Coach Majestic | 2011, 2012 |
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.