Vehicle recall 04V243000 · May 25, 2004
Thor California Jazz Frenzy, Tahoe Fury and 1 more model
On certain 'toy box' travel trailers, improper weight distribution may occur when the back of the travel trailer is loaded with cargo.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain 'toy box' travel trailers, improper weight distribution may occur when the back of the travel trailer is loaded with cargo.
- Consequence
- Under certain load conditions, the improper weight distribution may cause handling problems with the travel trailer, including but not limited to, potential swaying of the trailer while being towed on the road, which could ultimately result in a crash involving the travel trailer and the tow vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add the necessary weight at the trailer's a-frame, change the trailers a-frame to a thicker steel, and change the trailer's coupler and safety chains to a higher weight rating. The recall is expected to begin during January or February 2005. Owners should contact thor california at 1-888-697-8467.
- Notes
- Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V243000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 25, 2004
- Filed by
- THOR CALIFORNIA INC.
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 83
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Thor California Jazz Frenzy (2004): 2004
- Thor California Tahoe Fury (2004): 2004
- Thor California Wanderer Vortex (2004): 2004
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