Brake lights & cruise control issues
Defect Summary
Thor motor coach (thor) is recalling certain model year 2011 through 2013 tuscany, astoria, ultrasport, montecito, and palazzo recreational vehicles manufactured from may 17, 2010, through october 30, 2012, built on freightliner brand xb and xc custom chassis. the vehicles are equipped with diode jumpers that may come loose in their connectors resulting in an open circuit. two circuits are affected: the one that disengages the cruise control with brake pedal use, and the one that illuminates the brake lights with brake pedal use.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Daimler trucks (dtna) will notify owners on behalf of thor, and freightliner dealers will inspect the diode jumpers to make sure they are fully locked in place and will correct the vehicles as needed. the recall is expected to begin january 28, 2013. owners should contact dtna warranty campaigns department at (800) 547-0712, 7:00 a.m. To 4:00 p.m. Pacific time monday through friday, e-mail address dtna.warranty.campaigns@daimler.com, or the customer assistance center at (800) ftl-help after normal business hours.
Similar Recalls
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FAQ: Recall 12V574000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V574000?
NHTSA recall 12V574000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on December 11, 2012. It addresses: Brake lights & cruise control issues. The recall affects approximately 727 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V574000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.