NHTSA Recall 12V516000: Electrical system
Thor Motor Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 634 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Four Winds Chateau.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V516000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RC000064 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | October 22, 2012 |
| Owner notification | November 16, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Thor Motorcoach is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 motorhomes, manufactured June 1, 2007, through May 1, 2009 and equipped with an Iota ITS-50R Transfer Switch. The models affected are Four Winds brand models: Chateau, Dutchmen, Hurricane, Windsport, Magellan, Fun Mover, Presidio, and Mandalay. Wiring connections inside the transfer switch are not adequate and, as a result, the switch may overheat.
Safety risk
An overheated switch could cause it to fail and lead to a fire.
Remedy
Thor Motorcoach will notify owners and replace the Iota Transfer Switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may contact Thor at 1-877-500-1020.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V516000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Four Winds Chateau | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Four Winds Dutchmen | 2009 |
| Four Winds Fun Mover | 2008, 2009 |
| Four Winds Hurricane | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Four Winds Magellan | 2009 |
| Four Winds Mandalay | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Four Winds Presidio | 2008, 2009 |
| Four Winds Windsport | 2008, 2009 |
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.