Recall 16V139 covers 385 2014-2016 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane and Windsport motor homes for storage-compartment heat buildup. Free repair at franchised Thor Motor Coach dealers.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 385 2014-2016 Hurricane and Windsport motor homes because exhaust heat can build up near a storage compartment and melt it. Heat in that compartment increases the risk of fire, and Thor Motor Coach dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The exhaust system on 2014-2016 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane and Windsport motor homes carries hot engine exhaust gases through piping routed under and around the body. A nearby storage compartment is built to hold cargo, not to absorb direct exhaust heat. The system depends on enough clearance and shielding between that compartment and the exhaust pipe.
On the recalled motor homes, Thor Motor Coach found that there is no heat shield between the storage compartment and the exhaust piping. With the pipe close to the compartment, heat builds up in that area during operation. The compartment material can soften and melt because it is exposed to more heat than it was designed to handle.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not count on a dashboard light, engine symptom, or obvious driving change before the storage compartment starts to melt.
Who's affected?
Covers Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes across the 2014-2016 model years, with the exhaust system listed for each scope.
| 2014 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane | Exhaust system |
|---|---|
| 2014 Thor Motor Coach Windsport | Exhaust system |
| 2015 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane | Exhaust system |
| 2015 Thor Motor Coach Windsport | Exhaust system |
| 2016 Thor Motor Coach Windsport | Exhaust system |
| 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane | Exhaust system |
| Units affected | 385 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
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 build-up in the storage compartment increases the risk of fire. There is no warning sign before the compartment overheats, so treat this as a repair to schedule soon even if the vehicle feels normal. Repair is free at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2016 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane or Windsport is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer to schedule the free heat-shield installation that protects the storage compartment from exhaust heat build-up.
- Bring the recall notice if Thor Motor Coach mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V139 when you call.
- Avoid using the storage compartment near the exhaust until the heat shield is installed.
- Call Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-855-2867 with questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Thor Motor Coach technician installs a heat shield near the storage compartment affected by exhaust heat. The shield is meant to stop heat build-up that can melt the compartment. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Thor Motor Coach has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related repair before the recall work. Bring repair paperwork and proof of payment to the service desk, or contact Thor Motor Coach customer service to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 7, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 20, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V139?
Recall 16V139 covers 385 2014-2016 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane and Windsport motor homes with exhaust routed near a storage compartment. Heat can build up in that compartment, melt it, and increase fire risk. Dealers install a heat shield for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2016 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane or Windsport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor home is included in recall 16V139. If it is, contact a Thor Motor Coach dealer to schedule the heat shield installation. Reference recall 16V139 or Thor Motor Coach recall RC000112 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost, and Thor Motor Coach dealers install the heat shield free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included Hurricane and Windsport motor homes.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. In affected motor homes, exhaust heat can build up near a storage compartment and cause the compartment to melt. That heat buildup increases fire risk, so confirm your VIN and schedule the free heat shield repair if your vehicle is included.
When did Thor Motor Coach start this recall?
Thor Motor Coach began the recall on April 20, 2016. Owner notices were tied to that recall start, but a used motor home or missed mailing still needs a VIN check. Thor Motor Coach customer service is listed at 1-877-855-2867.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V139000 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach customer service | 1-877-855-2867 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V139 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V139000 |
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)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →