Thor Motor Coach | NHTSA Recall #18V285000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V285000 by Thor Motor Coach. Affecting 2011-2017 thor tuscany and venetian motorhomes, built on freightliner custom chassis corporation (fccc) chassis Includes 895 affected units, Power Steering Fluid Leak May Cause Fire, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2011-2017 thor tuscany and venetian motorhomes, built on freightliner custom chassis corporation (fccc) chassis
Defect Summary
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2011-2017 thor tuscany and venetian motorhomes, built on freightliner custom chassis corporation (fccc) chassis. the power steering hose on the affected vehicles 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.
Corrective Action
Fccc has notified owners, and fccc dealers will reroute the power steering hose to provide proper clearance, free of charge. the recall began on may 1, 2018. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867 or fccc customer service at 1-800-547-0712. tmc's number for this recall is rc000153.