Power steering fluid leak or electrical arcing
Defect Summary
Thor motor coach (thor) is recalling certain 2016-2017 venetian and tuscany motorhomes equipped with cummins isl engines. these vehicles, built on a freightliner chassis, have a power steering hose that may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.
Safety Consequence
Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Daimler trucks (dtna), the manufacturer of the freightliner chassis has notified the motorhome owners, and dtna dealers will reroute the high pressure power steering hose to provide adequate clearance from the starter stud, free of charge. the recall began on december 27, 2016. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020. thor's number for this recall is fl727a.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Thor Motor Coach or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 17V283000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V283000?
NHTSA recall 17V283000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on April 27, 2017. It addresses: Power steering fluid leak or electrical arcing. The recall affects approximately 186 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V283000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL727A. 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.