Thor Motor Coach | NHTSA Recall #17V692000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V692000 by Thor Motor Coach. Affecting 2018 ace, axis, hurricane, windsport, and vegas motorhomes Includes 36 affected units, Improper Wiring Affecting Trailer Lights/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018 ace, axis, hurricane, windsport, and vegas motorhomes

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2018 ace, axis, hurricane, windsport, and vegas motorhomes. the wiring for the trailer lights may have been inserted into the wrong locations of the trailer lighting socket causing the trailer lights to not function properly. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Thor has notified owners and dealers will re-wire a new connector, free of charge. the recall began on november 21, 2017. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-500-1020. tmc's number for this recall is rc000148.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V692000

Manufacturer: Thor Motor Coach

Report Received Date: 2017-11-02T00:00:00

Subject: Improper wiring affecting trailer lights/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 36

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RC000148

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2018 ace, axis, hurricane, windsport, and vegas motorhomes. the wiring for the trailer lights may have been inserted into the wrong locations of the trailer lighting socket causing the trailer lights to not function properly. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Consequence Summary: If the trailer lights do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Thor has notified owners and dealers will re-wire a new connector, free of charge. the recall began on november 21, 2017. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-500-1020. tmc's number for this recall is rc000148.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 75

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NHTSA ID: 17V692000

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