Thor Motor Coach | NHTSA Recall #16V260000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V260000 by Thor Motor Coach. Affecting model year 2017 ace and road bear rental motorhomes manufactured february 11, 2016, to march 9, 2016 Includes 32 affected units, Anchorage Strength Requirements/FMVSS 210, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2017 ace and road bear rental motorhomes manufactured february 11, 2016, to march 9, 2016

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2017 ace and road bear rental motorhomes manufactured february 11, 2016, to march 9, 2016. the seat belt anchorages located in the slide out section may not meet the specified strength requirements, allowing them to pull loose during a crash. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install reinforcement brackets, and plates, free of charge. the recall began on may 27, 2016. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-500-1020.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V260000

Manufacturer: Thor Motor Coach

Report Received Date: 2016-04-29T00:00:00

Subject: Anchorage strength requirements/fmvss 210

Component: Seat Belts

Potentially Affected Units: 32

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2017 ace and road bear rental motorhomes manufactured february 11, 2016, to march 9, 2016. the seat belt anchorages located in the slide out section may not meet the specified strength requirements, allowing them to pull loose during a crash. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Consequence Summary: If the seat belt anchorages pull loose in a crash, they will not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install reinforcement brackets, and plates, free of charge. the recall began on may 27, 2016. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-500-1020.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 46.88

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NHTSA ID: 16V260000

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Created At: 1742808662

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