2018–2019 Thor Motor Coach Chateau, 2018–2019 Thor Motor Coach Four Winds, 2018–2019 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite Recall: Liquid propane (LP) hose may not have adequate space between the floor and…
NHTSA campaign 18V741000 · Equipment · filed Oct 19, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thor Four Winds, Chateau, and Freedom Elite vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may not have adequate space between the floor and the metal plate on the refrigerator, causing damage to the hose and possibly creating a propane leak.
The risk
A propane leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will remove a portion of the refrigerator base plate to provide additional clearance for the LP hose, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000162.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach | Chateau | 2018, 2019 |
| Thor Motor Coach | Four Winds | 2018, 2019 |
| Thor Motor Coach | Freedom Elite | 2018, 2019 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V741000 (manufacturer number RC000162). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.