Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V178000 Reported May 19, 2003

Thor california/exhaust tailpipe location

Thor California, Inc. · Engine And Engine Cooling · 73 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03V178000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Thor California, Inc.
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
73
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 19, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain fifth wheel and travel trailers, the tailpipe used to release the exhaust from the generator was not long enough to reach the side of the trailer. thor modified the tailpipe by placing an extension on the tailpipe. as a result, the generator's exhaust may be released under the trailer at the point of the modification.

Safety Consequence

The tailpipe exhaust needs to be released away from the underside of the trailer.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the existing tailpipe. owner notification began may 13, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thor california at 1-888-697-8467, extension 215.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Thor California, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 03V178000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03V178000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 03V178000?

NHTSA recall 03V178000 was issued by Thor California, Inc. on May 19, 2003. It addresses: Thor california/exhaust tailpipe location. The recall affects approximately 73 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thor California, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V178000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.