Recall 03V145000: 1998–2003 Thor Sport Utility

Report received

Apr 14, 2003

Manufacturer

Thor america, inc.

Potentially affected

79vehicles

Model years

1998–2003

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain travel trailers, the weight rating of the "d" ring type cable lanyard used to support the rear access door during opening and closing may be insufficient to adequately support the door.

Possible consequence

In the event that the "d" ring fails, the rear access door could release unexpectedly, which could create a hazard to the person lowering the rear access door and any bystanders.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the existing "d" ring with a higher weight-rated "d" ring that adequately supports the rear access door. Owner notification began april 22, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thor at 1-570-837-1663.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1998 Thor Sport Utility0 complaints
• 1999 Thor Sport Utility0 complaints
• 2000 Thor Sport Utility0 complaints
• 2001 Thor Sport Utility0 complaints
• 2002 Thor Sport Utility2 complaints
• 2003 Thor Sport Utility2 complaints