7 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Posted on: 2018-11-01
Description
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2017 tuscany xte and 2017-2019 venetian, aria, tuscany, and palazzo motorhomes built on freightliner custom chassis corporation chassis. The power distribution module (pdm) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
Consequence
Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy for this recall is still under development. Daimler trucks north america, the manufacturer of the chassis began issuing owners an interim notification on october 24, 2018, and will send a second notification when parts become available. The recall began october 30, 2018. Owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Tmc's number for this recall is rc000163.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Posted on: 2018-11-01
Description
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2017 tuscany xte and 2017-2019 venetian, aria, tuscany, and palazzo motorhomes built on freightliner custom chassis corporation chassis. The power distribution module (pdm) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
Consequence
Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy for this recall is still under development. Daimler trucks north america, the manufacturer of the chassis began issuing owners an interim notification on october 24, 2018, and will send a second notification when parts become available. The recall began october 30, 2018. Owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Tmc's number for this recall is rc000163.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #3 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Posted on: 2018-11-01
Description
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2017 tuscany xte and 2017-2019 venetian, aria, tuscany, and palazzo motorhomes built on freightliner custom chassis corporation chassis. The power distribution module (pdm) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
Consequence
Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy for this recall is still under development. Daimler trucks north america, the manufacturer of the chassis began issuing owners an interim notification on october 24, 2018, and will send a second notification when parts become available. The recall began october 30, 2018. Owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Tmc's number for this recall is rc000163.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #4 - STEERING
Posted on: 2019-03-18
Description
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2018-2019 aria, and 2019 palazzo motorhomes built on a daimler trucks north america (dtna) chassis equipped with detroit axle axles. The affected vehicles may have loose steering and tie rod arm bolts.
Consequence
Loose steering and tie rod arm bolts can cause separation of the tie rod arm from the front wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Tmc has notified owners, and dtna dealers will inspect the steering arm and tie rod arm bolts for to make sure that they are properly tightened, installing new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on march 15, 2019. Owners may contact daimler trucks north america at 1-800-547-0712 to locate a qualified service center or may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Tmc's number for this recall is rc000166.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #5 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2019-03-18
Description
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2018-2019 aria, and 2019 palazzo motorhomes built on a daimler trucks north america (dtna) chassis equipped with detroit axle axles. The affected vehicles may have loose steering and tie rod arm bolts.
Consequence
Loose steering and tie rod arm bolts can cause separation of the tie rod arm from the front wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Tmc has notified owners, and dtna dealers will inspect the steering arm and tie rod arm bolts for to make sure that they are properly tightened, installing new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on march 15, 2019. Owners may contact daimler trucks north america at 1-800-547-0712 to locate a qualified service center or may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Tmc's number for this recall is rc000166.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #6 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Posted on: 2019-03-18
Description
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2018-2019 aria, and 2019 palazzo motorhomes built on a daimler trucks north america (dtna) chassis equipped with detroit axle axles. The affected vehicles may have loose steering and tie rod arm bolts.
Consequence
Loose steering and tie rod arm bolts can cause separation of the tie rod arm from the front wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Tmc has notified owners, and dtna dealers will inspect the steering arm and tie rod arm bolts for to make sure that they are properly tightened, installing new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on march 15, 2019. Owners may contact daimler trucks north america at 1-800-547-0712 to locate a qualified service center or may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Tmc's number for this recall is rc000166.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #7 - EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Posted on: 2019-07-01
Description
Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2019-2020 challenger, miramar, magnitude, outlaw, omni, and palazzo motorhomes. The vehicle control system software may cause the slide-out room to move unexpectedly.
Consequence
Unexpected movement of the slide-out room can increase the risk of a injury.
Corrective Action
Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will update the affected software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin august 28, 2019. Owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Tmc's number for this recall is rc000170.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.