Leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axleRecall 18V-385 · Thor Motor Coach vehicles
Thor Motor Coach recall 18V-385 covers 691 Thor Motor Coach vehicles for a leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle problem, reported to NHTSA on June 8, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q3) shows 69% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V385000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The 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.
The fix
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.
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 repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
69%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from March 12, 2018 to May 2, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.