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NHTSA 02V163📅 Jul 16, 2002

2000–2002 Thor California Tahoe Transport & 2000–2002 Thor California Wanderer Wagon recall: fuel system

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain travel trailers and fifth wheel trailers equipped with aero fuel tanks, fuel CAN leak from the fuel tank when the ambient temperature surrounding the fuel tank increases. In addition, when the ambient temperature surrounding the fuel tank increases, a potential pressure build-up in the fuel tank may arise as a result of the rollover valve utilized on the fuel tank not properly venting the pressure.

💥 The risk

In the event that this pressure build-up occurs, fuel CAN spray out onto an individual who is opening the gas cap to the trailer.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the existing rollover valve on the fuel tank. Owner notification began september 25, 2002. 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 1-888-697-8467, ext. 215, or aero tank at 1-800-783-4826 (lynda).

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
02V163000
Manufacturer
THOR CALIFORNIA, INC.
Vehicles affected
1,950
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-888-697-8467
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 25, 2002
Built
Jul 1, 2000 – Mar 31, 2002
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Also, customers CAN contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 02V163 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 02V163?

2000–2002 Thor California Tahoe Transport & 2000–2002 Thor California Wanderer Wagon. 1,950 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Thor California dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-888-697-8467.