Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2013 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane
The 2013 Thor Motor Coach HURRICANE has been subject to recalls, notably for fire extinguishers and electrical system issues. It's crucial to address these recalls and verify their resolution before purchase, as they can affect safety and reliability.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2013 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of . try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2013 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #18V705000 Incorrectly Installed Windshield Wiper may Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V758000 Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V745000 Electric Entry Steps may be Unstable NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V265000 Battery Control Center Failure NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V164000 Unexpected Unfurling of the Awning NHTSA notice
Known issues to inspect
Faulty fire extinguisher
How to check: Inspect fire extinguisher for any clogs or damage.
Battery Control Center failure
How to check: Check the Battery Control Center while idling.
RV Custom Products BCC failure
How to check: Check the BCC function during a drive.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Smooth engine crank and start-up.
Red flag: Difficulty starting or noises.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Monitor battery control center status.
Red flag: Warning lights on dashboard.
- 03
City driving
What to check: Check for electrical system faults.
Red flag: Erratic electrical functions.
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Ensure engine maintains power smoothly.
Red flag: Hesitation or loss of power.
- 05
Parking
What to check: Inspect fire extinguisher and mount.
Red flag: Missing or defective extinguisher.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the fire extinguisher been replaced?
- Is the Battery Control Center original?
- Were any electrical repairs made?
- Are there unresolved recalls?
- Any recent system checks completed?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair documentation
- Service history records
- Original warranty details
- Fire extinguisher certification
- Electrical system inspection report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2013 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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