The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following recalls:
SHYFT GROUP
Software Error in Vehicle Control Module
A sudden loss of drive power, or reduced visibility from a loss of headlights or windshield wipers, can increase the crash risk.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,336
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2022-2024 Spartan RV K1, K2, K3, and K4 motorhome chassis. A vehicle control module software error may cause loss of drive power or loss of key safety functions, such as loss of headlights or windshield wipers.
Shyft Group will update the vehicle control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Feb. 23, 2023. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft Group’s number for this recall is 23-01.
THOR MOTOR COACH
Awning May Extend Unintentionally
An awning extending unintentionally during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the crash risk.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 741
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2022-2023 Rize and Scope camper vans. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.
The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 7, 2023. Owners may contact Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor Motor Coach’s number for this recall is RC000289.
