Recall 11V459 covers 246 2011-2012 Thor Motor Coach motor homes for exhaust heat near storage compartments. Free repair at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 246 2011-2012 Windsport and Hurricane motor homes because the exhaust system sits too close to a storage compartment, allowing heat to build up. Heat in that area can lead to a fire, property damage, personal injury, or death; Thor Motor Coach dealers will perform the repair free once available.
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What's wrong?
The exhaust system on 2011-2012 Thor Motor Coach Windsport and Hurricane motor homes carries hot exhaust gases away from the engine. It is supposed to route that heat through piping that stays separated from storage areas and other body structures.
On affected motor homes, the exhaust system sits too close to a vehicle storage compartment. During operation, heat can build up in that nearby compartment area instead of staying isolated around the exhaust path. The problem is the placement of the hot exhaust components, not a part that gives a clear wear signal before the heat issue starts.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a light, sound, smell, or change in driving feel to confirm that the storage compartment area is getting too hot.
Who's affected?
Spans Windsport and Hurricane motorhomes in 2011-2012, with the exhaust system as the shared component.
| 2012 Thor Motor Coach Windsport | Exhaust system |
|---|---|
| 2012 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane | Exhaust system |
| 2011 Thor Motor Coach Windsport | Exhaust system |
| 2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane | Exhaust system |
| Units affected | 246 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Heat buildup near the exhaust creates a fire risk that can lead to property damage, personal injury, or death. There is no listed warning sign, so schedule the recall repair and ask the dealer what precautions to follow before the vehicle is repaired. Repair will be free at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Thor Motor Coach Windsport or Hurricane is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer to confirm repair timing before you bring in the motor home.
- Schedule the free heat-shield installation that protects the storage compartment from exhaust heat.
- Bring the recall notice if Thor Motor Coach mailed one. If not, reference recall number 11V459 when you call.
- Keep heat-sensitive items out of the storage compartment near the exhaust until the repair is complete.
- Call Thor Motor Coach at 1-877-855-2867 with questions about the recall or dealer scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Thor Motor Coach technician installs a heat shield between the exhaust area and the storage compartment so heat from the exhaust does not build up against that compartment. The source remedy says this service is performed free of charge. The recall record does not list a separate repair time, so plan for the service desk to confirm timing when the appointment is set. The record does not give a reimbursement program, so this section does not treat prior paid repairs as reimbursable.
Timeline
| August 31, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 10, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V459?
Recall 11V459 covers 246 2011-2012 Thor Motor Coach Windsport and Hurricane motor homes with an exhaust system positioned close to a storage compartment. Heat buildup in that area creates a listed safety risk of fire, property damage, personal injury, or death.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 Thor Motor Coach Windsport or Hurricane is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor home is included in recall 11V459. If it is, contact an authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer and ask for the heat shield installation for the storage compartment near the exhaust system. Reference recall 11V459 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Thor Motor Coach's recall remedy says dealers will install a heat shield to protect the storage compartment from exhaust heat free of charge. Federal recall repairs are performed at no cost to the owner through the manufacturer's dealer or authorized service network.
What is the safety risk in recall 11V459?
The safety risk is heat buildup near a storage compartment. The official consequence lists fire, property damage, personal injury, or death. The repair path is to have a heat shield installed so the storage compartment is protected from heat generated by the exhaust system.
What if I bought the Windsport or Hurricane used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your motor home is included, then contact an authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer and reference recall 11V459 when you schedule the heat shield installation.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V459000 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach customer service | 1-877-855-2867 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V459 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V459000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →