Recall 15V699 affects 17 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane, Windsport, and Challenger motorhomes for miscalibrated parking brake actuator. Free repair at any franchised Thor Motor dealer.
Thor Motor is recalling 17 2016 Hurricane, Windsport, and Challenger motorhomes because the parking brake actuator can be out of calibration, leaving the brake unable to hold the vehicle or fully release. An affected motorhome can roll unexpectedly or develop a wheel end fire, and Thor Motor dealers will repair the parking brake system free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The parking brake actuator on the 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane, Windsport, and Challenger motorhomes is the part that turns pedal movement into holding force at the parking brake. When it is calibrated correctly, pressing the parking brake pedal keeps the motorhome from moving while parked. Releasing the pedal lets the brake come fully off before driving.
On affected motorhomes, the actuator is out of calibration. MOR/ryde did not complete a required operation on these vehicles, so the parking brake system does not respond the way the pedal position suggests. The brake can fail to hold the motorhome even with the pedal fully depressed. It can also stay partly engaged after the pedal is released.
There is no warning sign before failure. A fully pressed parking brake pedal does not prove the system is holding, and a released pedal does not prove the parking brake has fully disengaged.
Who's affected?
Covers the Hurricane, Windsport, and Challenger in the 2016 model year, all tied to the parking brake.
| 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane | Parking brake |
|---|---|
| 2016 Thor Motor Coach Windsport | Parking brake |
| 2016 Thor Motor Coach Challenger | Parking brake |
| Units affected | 17 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2016 Thor Motor model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the parking brake does not fully engage, the vehicle can roll unexpectedly, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash. A dragging parking brake can overheat and result in a wheel end fire. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall 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, Windsport, or Challenger is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Thor Motor dealer to schedule the free parking-brake foot-pedal assembly replacement that fixes the brake actuator calibration problem.
- Bring the recall notice if Thor Motor mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V699 when you call.
- Use extra caution when parking until the repair is complete because the parking brake can fail to hold or fully release.
- Call Thor Motor customer service at 1-877-855-2867 with questions and reference Thor Motor recall RC000107.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Thor Motor technician replaces the parking brake foot pedal assembly so the parking brake can hold and release as intended. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, and the dealer repair is free now. Thor Motor has a reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you have already paid out of pocket for a parking brake repair tied to recall 15V699, contact Thor Motor customer service or ask the service desk how to submit repair paperwork under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 23, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 9, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| November 9, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 16, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 23, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V699?
Recall 15V699 covers 17 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane, Windsport, and Challenger motorhomes with a parking brake actuator that is out of calibration. The brake can fail to hold the vehicle fully, or it can drag after release. Thor Motor dealers replace the parking brake foot pedal assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane, Windsport, or Challenger is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 15V699. If it is, call a Thor Motor dealer and ask to schedule the parking brake foot pedal assembly replacement. Reference recall 15V699 or Thor Motor recall RC000107 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 dealers replace the parking brake foot pedal assembly free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 15V699.
What is the safety risk?
The parking brake can fail to hold the motorhome, which can let the vehicle roll and increase the risk of injury or a crash. If the brake drags after release, it can also lead to a wheel end fire. Schedule the free dealer repair if your VIN is included.
When did Thor Motor start this recall repair?
Thor Motor began recall 15V699 on November 16, 2015. The repair is available, so affected owners can contact a Thor Motor dealer to schedule replacement of the parking brake foot pedal assembly. Thor Motor customer service is also listed at 1-877-855-2867.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V699000 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor customer service | 1-877-855-2867 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V699 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V699000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - 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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