Recall 15V265 affects 56 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes for unreinforced co-pilot seat floor mounts. Repair is free at franchised Thor Motor dealers.
Thor Motor is recalling 56 2016 Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes because the co-pilot seat can be attached to floor structure that was not properly reinforced. If that floor area is not reinforced, the seat base mounting can loosen over time and raise injury risk in a crash, and Thor Motor dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The co-pilot seat in the 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane and Windsport is bolted to the motorhome floor. That floor area needs reinforcement so the seat anchor spreads force through the structure instead of pulling against a weak section. The seat is supposed to stay tight to the floor during normal use and during a crash.
On affected motorhomes, a seat bolt was installed in the wrong location. That location did not have the proper reinforcement in the floor. Without the reinforcement plate, the floor around the bolt does not have the required pull-out strength, so the seat attachment can loosen instead of staying firmly anchored.
A loose-looking co-pilot seat is the warning sign. Check the seat where it meets the floor; if it appears loose, the anchor point needs dealer inspection before you rely on that seating position.
Who's affected?
Covers the Hurricane and Windsport lines from the same model year, both tied to the seat assembly.
| 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2016 Thor Motor Coach Windsport | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 56 |
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?
An improperly reinforced floor at the co-pilot seat mount can let the seat base loosen over time. In a crash, that loose mounting increases the risk of injury. If the seat feels loose to the floor, avoid using that seat and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Thor Motor dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane or Windsport is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Thor Motor dealer to schedule the free reinforcement-plate repair that secures the co-pilot seat mounting area.
- Tell the dealer the seat base mounting can loosen if the floor is not reinforced, and reference recall number 15V265 when you call.
- Bring the owner letter if Thor Motor sent one, or bring the campaign number 15V265 to the service desk.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and avoid using the co-pilot seat when another seating position is available.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Thor Motor technician installs a reinforcement plate at the co-pilot seat mounting bolt location so the seat floor area has the reinforcement required by the recall. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Thor Motor has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who paid out of pocket for a related repair before the recall work. Ask Thor Motor customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation for eligible expenses.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 7, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 18, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| May 18, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 25, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 22, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V265?
Recall 15V265 covers 56 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes with co-pilot seats attached to floor areas that were not properly reinforced. A Thor Motor dealer will install a reinforcement plate at the co-pilot seat mounting bolt location for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane or Windsport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 15V265. If it is, contact a franchised Thor Motor dealer to schedule the co-pilot seat reinforcement repair. Reference recall number 15V265 and Thor Motor recall number RC000101 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Thor Motor dealers will install the reinforcement plate free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included 2016 Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the co-pilot seat base mounting can loosen over time if the floor attachment point lacks proper reinforcement. In a crash, that loose seat mounting raises the risk of injury for the person seated there.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V265000 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor customer service | 1-877-500-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V265 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V265000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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