Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V711000 Reported November 17, 2020

Bim/bir is not watertight

Thor Motor Coach · N/A · 1,074 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V711000
Manufacturer Campaign
RC000206
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
1,074
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 17, 2020
Completion Rate
66.48

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2020-2021 daybreak, four winds, chateau, freedom elite, quantum motorhomes built on a chevrolet chassis. the bim (battery isolation manager)/bir (battery isolation relay) is not watertight when exposed to engine compartment heat.

Safety Consequence

Water may get into the bim/bir and create electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bim/bir with a trombetta solenoid, free of charge. the recall began january 13, 2021. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000206.

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 Motor Coach dealer and reference recall ID 20V711000 or campaign RC000206.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V711000

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

What is recall 20V711000?

NHTSA recall 20V711000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on November 17, 2020. It addresses: Bim/bir is not watertight. The recall affects approximately 1,074 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 20V711000 or the manufacturer campaign number RC000206. 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.