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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there recalls for the 2012 THOR Hurricane?
- There are 9 recall(s) for the 2012 THOR Hurricane, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 131208 [USA]: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Thor motor coach (thor) is recalling various 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.Nhtsa.Gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v758-5764.Pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.Nhtsa.Gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.Pdf thor will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on january 15, 2018. Owners may contact thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020, or kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.Kidde.Com and click on "product safety recall" for more information. 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.
Recall 113324 [USA]: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Thor motor coach (thor) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 thor challenger, thor citation, thor hurricane, thor tuscany, thor windsport, 2011-2012 thor astoria, thor avanti, thor chateau, 2011-2014 thor daybreak, 2011-2015 thor outlaw, thor siesta, 2014-2015 thor miramar, 2012 thor four winds, 2008-2011 damon astoria, damon daybreak, damon outlaw, damon tuscany, 2008-2012, damon challenger, 2008-2010 damon essence, 2009-2011 damon avanti, four winds chateau, four winds citation, four winds four winds, four winds hurricane, four winds siesta, four winds windsport, 2009-2010 four winds dorado, four winds dutchmen, four winds magellan, four winds mandalay and 2009 four winds fun mover, and four winds presidio motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain lippert-brand coachstep double and triple electric steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable. thor will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism and replace all of the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began on january 6, 2016. Owners may contact thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is rC000111. 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.
Recall 97457 [USA]: If the bcc fails, all power may be lost to the motorhome chassis, including all lighting, making the vehicle very difficult to operate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Thor motor coach (thor) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 windsport, model year 2006-2010 magellan, model year 2007-2013 hurricane, model year 2009-2013 serrano and model year 2011-2013 a.C.E motorhomes. The motorhomes are equipped with an rv custom products battery control center (bcc) which may experience a failure while the motorhome is in motion. thor will notify owners, and dealers will rewire the bcc free of charge. The recall began on july 30, 2013. Customers may contact thor at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's recall campaign number is rC000077. 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.
Recall 70017 [USA]: Heat build up could result in a fire, property damage, personal injury or death.
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 windsport and hurricane motor homes manufactured from september 3, 2010, through august 18, 2011. On these vehicles, the exhaust system is close to a vehicle storage compartment. Heat can build up in this area. tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield to protect the storage compartment from the heat generated by the exhaust. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 3, 2011. Owners may contact tmc at 1-877-855-2867. thor motor coach's safety recall number is rC000042.Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov .
Recall 2017613 [Canada]: Accessories
On certain motorhomes equipped with kidde fire extinguishers with black plastic handles and valves, the fire extinguishers may become clogged or require excessive force to activate. Also, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury, and fail to discharge. In case of fire, failure of the extinguisher to function could result in injury and/or property damage. Correction: owners will be provided with instructions on how to inspect the fire extinguisher to see if it is recalled. Replacement fire extinguishers will be supplied by kidde directly. Note: for more information about recalled fire extinguishers, please visit www.Kidde.Com.
Recall 2015529 [Canada]: Structure
On certain motorhomes equipped with lippert components inc. Electric entry steps, an internal bolt on the steps that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps could fracture. This results in the fan gear disengaging from the steps, which could cause the steps to stop in an unexpected position and appear to be loose or unstable. If the steps become unstable, it could cause a person to fall, resulting in injury. Correction: dealers will install a step retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, and all bolts of the mechanism will also be replaced.
Recall 2013217 [Canada]: Electrical
On certain motorhomes, the battery control center (bcc) could fail while the vehicle is underway. This would cause the engine to stall and all electrical components to become inoperative. Engine stalling would result in a loss of vehicle propulsion. Failure of the lighting system may result in the following road users being unaware of the driver intentions. It could also compromise the driver’s ability to see the road and its users, as well as reducing vehicle conspicuity during hours of darkness. In conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver’s reactions, these issues could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: dealers will correct the bcc electrical connection to the chassis.
Recall 2012058 [Canada]: Other
On certain motorhomes, the cable for the transmission range indicator "prnd321" on the instrument cluster may be damaged by a sharp edge on the shift lever arm. If the indicator cable is cut, the indicator will remain in the "1" position (first gear) regardless of what gear is actually selected. With no gear indication, the operator may inadvertently select an incorrect gear, increasing the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: ford dealers will replace the transmission selector arm and indicator assembly.
Recall 2011327 [Canada]: Other
On certain motorhomes, the engine exhaust pipe is located too close to a storage compartment, allowing heat from the exhaust pipe to melt/damage the cargo storage box and nearby components. This could result in a vehicle fire causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: dealers will install an exhaust heat shield.
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Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
LTR 120519 - EQUIPMENT: This letter stated that there were no service bulletins or technical service bulletins issued for the month of november, 2019.
LTR 110317 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This letter stated that there was one (1) service notification issued for the month of october, 2017.
Vehicle Documentation
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Driving 63 mph on hwy 99 north of madera, ca in 2012 32' class a rv when right front tire blew/tread separated. Continental hsr with 20,300 miles which was always covered when parked and proper 95 psi air pressure always maintained/checked. No reason for this failure..Significant damage to turn signal assembly and r/h lighting wire harness.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2012 thor hurricane rv. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, a strong odor of hydraulic fluid emitted inside of the vehicle. The contact later noticed that the hydraulic system was leaking fluid. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that the hydraulic line would need to be replaced due to a hole. The vehicle would be repaired once the part became available. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 6,000. The vin was unavailable. *tr
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2012 thor hurricane motor coach. Insurance company writes in regards to a fire that ignited near the engine compartment on the front passenger side while the consumer was driving *tgw the unit was totally destroyed by the fire. *jb updated 08/14/12 updated 08/15/12*lj updated 08/16/12. *jb
Common OBD-II Error Codes
C0001 [1] TCS Control Channel "A" Valve 1 (Subfault)
C0000 [2] Vehicle Speed Information Circuit Invalid Data