NHTSA Recall 17V522000: Lines and fittings (equipment)
Thor Motor Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 860 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Thor Motor Coach Chateau.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V522000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RC000144 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER › LPG SYSTEMS › LINES AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | August 24, 2017 |
| Owner notification | October 13, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Four Winds, Chateau and Freedom Elite recreational vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may sag and become pinched between the frame and the leaf spring u-bolts, potentially damaging the hose and causing a propane leak.
Safety risk
A propane fuel leak may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the LP hose routing and install additional P-clamps or relocate the P-clamps to properly secure the hose, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000144.
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 17V522000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach Chateau | 2018 |
| Thor Motor Coach Four Winds | 2018 |
| Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite | 2018 |
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.