Thor Motor Coach | NHTSA Recall #16V437000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V437000 by Thor Motor Coach. Affecting model year 2014-2016 tuscany motor homes manufactured february 28, 2013, to august 31, 2015 and built on chassis supplied by daimler trucks north america Includes 463 affected units, Trailer Brakes may Stay Activated, component: SERVICE BRAKES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2014-2016 tuscany motor homes manufactured february 28, 2013, to august 31, 2015 and built on chassis supplied by daimler trucks north america

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 tuscany motor homes manufactured february 28, 2013, to august 31, 2015 and built on chassis supplied by daimler trucks north america. on certain motorhome chassis built with a heavier, adjustable foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the motorhome service brakes are released.

Corrective Action

Tmc will notify owners, and daimler trucks dealers will modify the affected brake assemblies, free of charge. the recall began on july 21, 2016. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712. tmc's number for this recall is rc000116.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V437000

Manufacturer: Thor Motor Coach

Report Received Date: 2016-06-15T00:00:00

Subject: Trailer brakes may stay activated

Component: Service Brakes

Potentially Affected Units: 463

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RC000116

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 tuscany motor homes manufactured february 28, 2013, to august 31, 2015 and built on chassis supplied by daimler trucks north america. on certain motorhome chassis built with a heavier, adjustable foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the motorhome service brakes are released.

Consequence Summary: If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain engaged depending on brake configuration of the trailer. as a result, the brakes would drag and possibly overheat potentially resulting in a fire. additionally, following drivers may be confused by the motorhome's actions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Tmc will notify owners, and daimler trucks dealers will modify the affected brake assemblies, free of charge. the recall began on july 21, 2016. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712. tmc's number for this recall is rc000116.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 69.32

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NHTSA ID: 16V437000

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