NHTSA Recall 12V066000: Exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
THOR MOTOR COACH reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 261 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Thor Motor Coach Hurricane 32A.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V066000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RC000042 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Report received | February 22, 2012 |
| Owner notification | April 30, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 windsport and hurricane and 2009 magellen motor homes manufactured from may 27, 2008, through august 18, 2011. On these vehicles, the exhaust system is close to a vehicle storage compartment. Heat can build up in this area.
Safety risk
Heat build up could result in a fire, property damage, personal injury or death.
Remedy
Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield to protect the storage compartment from the heat generated by the exhaust. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on april 1, 2012. Owners may contact tmc at 1-877-855-2867.
Notes
Thor motor coach's safety recall number is rc000042. Customers may 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 12V066000
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.