NHTSA Recall 17V166000: Seat belts
Thor Motor Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 171 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Thor Motor Coach Chateau.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V166000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RC000130 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | March 13, 2017 |
| Owner notification | May 8, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017 Chateau, Freedom Elite, and Four Winds Motorhomes. The sofa may not have a seat belt for the middle seating position.
Safety risk
Without a seat belt, the occupant sitting in the middle position of the sofa will not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy
Thor Motor Coach will notify owners, and dealers will install a middle seat belt, free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for the recall is RC000130.
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 17V166000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach Chateau | 2017 |
| Thor Motor Coach Four Winds | 2017 |
| Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite | 2017 |
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.