Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V320000 Reported August 22, 2003

Thor/fifth wheel trailers/trailer sway

Q: What is recall 03V320000?

NHTSA recall 03V320000 was issued by Thor California, Inc. on August 22, 2003. It addresses: Thor/fifth wheel trailers/trailer sway. The recall affects approximately 38 vehicles , with the defect involving the Power Train component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Thor California, Inc. · Power Train · 38 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

03V320000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Thor California, Inc.

Component

Power Train

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 22, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain fifth wheel trailers, depending upon the manner in which items are stored in the trailer during transit and the corresponding weight distribution, the trailer could begin to sway while being towed.

Safety Consequence

This defect could result in a vehicle crash involving both the trailer and the tow vehicle, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Corrective Action

Thor will notify its customers to arrange to have the trailers transported to thor california's factory for repair. owner notification august 19, 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.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Thor California, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 03V320000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 03V320000

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

What is recall 03V320000?

NHTSA recall 03V320000 was issued by Thor California, Inc. on August 22, 2003. It addresses: Thor/fifth wheel trailers/trailer sway. The recall affects approximately 38 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thor California, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V320000 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.