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Thor Motor Coach - Seat backs may collapse fmvss 202 & 207
Official notice
1 Nov 2019
Last checked
1 Nov 2019
An official NHTSA notice concerns Thor Motor Coach - Seat backs may collapse fmvss 202 & 207. Improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Published 2019-11-01.
What to do now
Ford has notified tmc owners, and ford dealers will inspect the seat structures and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began october 21, 2019. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Tmc's number for this recall is rc000178.
Units affected
229
Recall number
RC000178
Official notice
2019-11-01
The hazard
The hazard
Improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach. Contact: Thor Motor Coach.
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