Thor Motor Coach Chateau, Challenger +7 more: Equipment

Affects Thor Motor Coach Chateau, Challenger, Four Winds 5000, Hurricane, Majestic, Chateau Sport, Palazzo, Windsport, Four Winds Siesta · 2013–2014 — about 427 vehicles.

The hazard

If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

What to do

Thor Motor Coach will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with a design that is not subject to an out-of-sequence installation error. The recall began during May 2013. Owners may contact Thor at 1-877-855-2867 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational