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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 17V381📅 Jun 16, 2017

2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain 2018 Outlaw 29H motorhomes. The affected vehicles were built incorrectly with a 15 amp fuse for the awning light instead of a 2 amp fuse.

💥 The risk

If the awning light circuit short circuits, the incorrect fuse may increase the risk of a fire.

🔧 The fix

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 15 amp fuse with a 2 amp fuse, free of charge. The recall began on August 9, 2017. Owner's may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000143.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
17V381000
Manufacturer recall #
RC000143
Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Vehicles affected
38
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner phone
1-877-500-1020
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Aug 9, 2017
Built
Mar 14, 2017 – Jun 1, 2017
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 17V381 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 17V381?

2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw. 38 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-877-500-1020.