NHTSA Recall 20V711000: Electrical system
Thor Motor Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,074 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Thor Motor Coach Daybreak.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V711000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RC000206 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | November 17, 2020 |
| Owner notification | January 13, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Daybreak, Four Winds, Chateau, Freedom Elite, Quantum motorhomes built on a Chevrolet chassis. The BIM (Battery Isolation Manager)/BIR (Battery Isolation Relay) is not watertight when exposed to engine compartment heat.
Safety risk
Water may get into the BIM/BIR and create electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the BIM/BIR with a Trombetta solenoid, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000206.
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 20V711000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach Daybreak | 2020, 2021 |
| Thor Motor Coach Four Winds | 2021 |
| Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite | 2020, 2021 |
| Thor Motor Coach Quantum | 2021 |
| Thor Motor Coach Redundant Chateau | 2020, 2021 |
| Thor Motor Coach Redundant Four Winds | 2020 |
| Thor Motor Coach Redundant 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.