NHTSA Recall 19V609000: Cables (electrical system)
Thor Motor Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,941 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Thor Daybreak.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V609000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RC000172 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | August 20, 2019 |
| Owner notification | October 10, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2020 Chateau, Daybreak, Four Winds, Freedom Elite, Majestic, Outlaw and Quantum motorhomes. The battery cables may loosen on the battery isolation manager (BIM) or battery isolation relay (BIR), causing premature BIN/BIR failure or electrical arcing.
Safety risk
The loose connection can causing arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install lock washers to properly secure the battery cable to the BIM/BIR. If the cable was loose, dealers will also replace the BIM/BIR, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000172.
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 19V609000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thor Daybreak | 2020 |
| Thor Motor Coach Chateau | 2020 |
| Thor Motor Coach Four Winds | 2020 |
| Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite | 2020 |
| Thor Motor Coach Majestic | 2020 |
| Thor Motor Coach Outlaw | 2020 |
| Thor Motor Coach Quantum | 2020 |
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.