NHTSA Recall 18V385000: U-bolt, leaf spring to axle (suspension)
Thor Motor Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 691 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Thor Motor Coach Chateau.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V385000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RC000156 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › SPRINGS › LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY › U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE |
| Report received | June 8, 2018 |
| Owner notification | June 22, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2019 Thor Four Winds, Chateau, Freedom Elite, Majestic, Outlaw, Quantum and Vegas motorhomes built on modified Ford E-450 chassis. The U-bolts on the rear axle that hold the leaf spring and rear axle together may have been insufficiently tightened.
Safety risk
The loose U-bolts may further loosen or break allowing the axle to separate and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
TMC has notified owners, and dealers will tighten U-bolts to the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000156.
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 18V385000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach Chateau | 2019 |
| Thor Motor Coach Four Winds | 2019 |
| Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite | 2019 |
| Thor Motor Coach Majestic | 2019 |
| Thor Motor Coach Outlaw | 2019 |
| Thor Motor Coach Quantum | 2019 |
| Thor Motor Coach Vegas | 2019 |
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.