Recall 12V066 covers 261 2010 Thor Motor Coach Windsport 32A and Hurricane 32A motor homes. Free heat-shield repair at a franchised dealer.
Thor Motor Coach recalled 261 2010 Windsport 32A and Hurricane 32A motor homes under recall 12V066 because the exhaust system sits close to a storage compartment and allows heat to build up in that area. That heat buildup can lead to fire, property damage, injury, or death; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The exhaust system on the 2010 Thor Motor Coach Windsport 32A and Hurricane 32A carries hot gases away from the engine and routes them under the motor home. Those metal exhaust parts get hot during normal operation, so nearby storage areas need enough separation or shielding to keep heat away from the compartment.
In NHTSA campaign 12V066, the problem is the placement of the exhaust system near a vehicle storage compartment. Heat can build up in that area instead of staying isolated from the compartment. The defect is not a broken engine part, it is a heat-management problem created by how close the exhaust sits to the storage space.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not identify a dashboard light, sound, smell, or drivability change that tells an owner heat is building up near the compartment.
Who's affected?
Covers both Windsport 32A and Hurricane 32A motorhomes from the same model year, tied to the exhaust system.
| 2010 Thor Motor Coach Windsport 32A | Exhaust system |
|---|---|
| 2010 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane 32A | Exhaust system |
| Units affected | 261 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Heat buildup near the storage compartment can lead to fire, property damage, personal injury, or death. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall work promptly and call the dealer if you notice heat or burning smells near that compartment. Repair will be free at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Thor Motor Coach Windsport 32A or Hurricane 32A is included in this recall.
- Contact Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-855-2867 to confirm current repair instructions for recall number 12V066.
- Ask a franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer whether the free heat-shield installation is open for your VIN; the shield protects the storage compartment from exhaust heat.
- Bring the recall notice if Thor Motor Coach mailed one, or give the dealer recall number 12V066 when you call.
- Avoid storing heat-sensitive items in the compartment near the exhaust until the heat-shield repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Thor Motor Coach technician installs a heat shield between the exhaust area and the nearby storage compartment. The shield is meant to protect the compartment from exhaust heat buildup. The remedy record says the safety recall began on April 1, 2012, and the service is performed free of charge. If your VIN is included, ask the dealer to confirm the heat shield repair is complete before relying on the storage compartment near the exhaust system.
Timeline
| February 22, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 30, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V066?
Recall 12V066 covers 261 2010 Thor Motor Coach Windsport 32A and Hurricane 32A motor homes with an exhaust system routed close to a storage compartment. Heat can build up in that area, creating a fire risk. Thor Motor Coach dealers install a protective heat shield for free.
What should I do if my 2010 Thor Motor Coach Windsport 32A or Hurricane 32A is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor home is included in recall 12V066. If it is, contact a franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer and ask for the exhaust heat-shield installation. Reference recall number 12V066 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Thor Motor Coach's remedy states that dealers install the heat shield free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is heat buildup near a vehicle storage compartment. The NHTSA consequence for recall 12V066 lists fire, property damage, personal injury, or death. The repair path is clear: a Thor Motor Coach dealer installs a heat shield to protect that compartment from exhaust heat.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V066000 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach customer service | 1-877-855-2867 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V066 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V066000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (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 →