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Vehicle recall 20V419000 · July 20, 2020

Thor Motor Coach Chateau, Daybreak and 3 more models

The battery cable may not have been properly secured within the chassis rail, which can cause it to contact the exhaust manifold and heat shield.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2021 Daybreak, Four Winds, Quantum, Chateau, and Freedom Elite motorhomes built on the 2020 Ford E-Series chassis. The battery cable may not have been properly secured within the chassis rail, which can cause it to contact the exhaust manifold and heat shield.
Consequence
Battery cable contact with the exhaust manifold and heat shield can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the battery cable. If needed the cable will be re-routed and properly secured, free of charge. This recall began September 11, 2020. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000197.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
20V419000
Reported to NHTSA
July 20, 2020
Filed by
Thor Motor Coach
Manufacturer campaign
RC000197
Owner notification
September 11, 2020
Vehicles potentially affected
63
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables
Recall 20V419000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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