Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V679000 Reported November 4, 2020

Transfer switch may malfunction

Q: What is recall 20V679000?

NHTSA recall 20V679000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on November 4, 2020. It addresses: Transfer switch may malfunction. The recall affects approximately 59 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A 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 Motor Coach · N/A · 59 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

20V679000

Manufacturer Campaign

RC000205

Manufacturer

Thor Motor Coach

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

November 4, 2020

Completion Rate

52.50

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2010-2011 four winds montecito 38d, 38e, 40j, 42b, 42c motorhomes, equipped with an iota its-50r transfer switch. the transfer switch may experience a heat related failure due to being exposed to high electrical loads when used in higher ambient temperatures.

Safety Consequence

If the transfer switch continues to be used, it can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will replace the iota its-50r transfer switch with a different brand of switch, free of charge. the recall began december 29, 2020. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000205.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer and reference recall ID 20V679000 or campaign RC000205.
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 20V679000

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

What is recall 20V679000?

NHTSA recall 20V679000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on November 4, 2020. It addresses: Transfer switch may malfunction. The recall affects approximately 59 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V679000 or the manufacturer campaign number RC000205. 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.