Dt: the owner received recall campaign# 04v241000 in november of 2004 and made an appointment for repairs. The owner contacted the dealership within a week. This was the dealership that he purchased the rv from. The dealership was not aware of the recall. They would not return his phone calls. They didn't show much interest in repairing the vehicle. The owner spoke with the dealership,and they claimed they didn't have to repair it. The dealership claimed they only do service of vehicles as a courtesy. The owner contacted the manufacturer in june of 2005. Thor of california was not cooperating with the recall. On august 9,2005 the owner talked with a representative of thor, who instructed him to get the information of a welder in his area that could perform the recall remedy. The owner gave the contact information to the representative, and has never heard back from thor. The owner could have the rv towed until he got it repaired. *ak (11/08/05) the welds that held the hitch coupler to the frame are not strong enough.
The worst 2004 Thor California Wanderer Vortex problems
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- Body1
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- Body1
Recalls 3
Structure
- What is wrong
- On certain travel trailers, improper weight distribution may occur when the back of the travel trailer is loaded with cargo.
- Risk
- Under certain load conditions, the improper weight distribution may cause handling problems, including but not limited to, potential swaying of the trailer while being towed on the road. This could ultimately result in an crash involving the travel trailer and the tow vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add reinforcing steel to the a-frame, install a new coupler with higher weight capacity, and higher capacity safety chains. Owners should contact thor california at 1‑888‑697‑8467.
Recall number 04V241000 · Recall details
Structure
- What is wrong
- On certain travel trailers, improper weight distribution may occur when the back of the travel trailer is loaded with cargo.
- Risk
- Under certain load conditions, the improper weight distribution may cause handling problems, including but not limited to, potential swaying of the trailer while being towed on the road. This could ultimately result in an crash involving the travel trailer and the tow vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add the necessary weight at the trailer's a-frame. Owners should contact thor california at 1‑888‑697‑8467. This recall was superseded by 06v‑466.
Recall number 04V242000 · Recall details
Structure
- What is wrong
- On certain 'toy box' travel trailers, improper weight distribution may occur when the back of the travel trailer is loaded with cargo.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 04V243000 · Recall details
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Questions about the 2004 Thor California Wanderer Vortex
Is the 2004 Thor California Wanderer Vortex reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2004 Thor California Wanderer Vortex, close to a typical Wanderer Vortex model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Thor California Wanderer Vortex?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2004 Thor California Wanderer Vortex have?
3 recalls, covering structure.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Thor California Wanderer Vortex body?
Yes, 3 recalls: 04V241000, 04V242000, 04V243000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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