Four Winds 2008–2010 Electrical System recall
Recalled October 22, 2012 · NHTSA recall 12V516000 · Four Winds
Hazard
An overheated switch could cause it to fail and lead to a fire.
Remedy
Thor Motorcoach will notify owners and replace the Iota Transfer Switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may contact Thor at 1-877-500-1020.
Units
634 units
Description
Thor Motorcoach is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 motorhomes, manufactured June 1, 2007, through May 1, 2009 and equipped with an Iota ITS-50R Transfer Switch. The models affected are Four Winds brand models: Chateau, Dutchmen, Hurricane, Windsport, Magellan, Fun Mover, Presidio, and Mandalay. Wiring connections inside the transfer switch are not adequate and, as a result, the switch may overheat.
What to do
Thor Motorcoach will notify owners and replace the Iota Transfer Switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may contact Thor at 1-877-500-1020.
Product
Four Winds CHATEAU · Four Winds DUTCHMEN · Four Winds FUN MOVER · Four Winds HURRICANE · Four Winds MAGELLAN · Four Winds MANDALAY · Four Winds PRESIDIO · Four Winds WINDSPORT
Manufacturer(s)
FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →