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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 18V285📅 May 4, 2018

2011–2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany & 2011–2017 Thor Motor Coach Venetian recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.

🔧 The fix

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.

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
18V285000
Manufacturer recall #
RC000153
Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Vehicles affected
895
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Owner phone
1-877-855-2867
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 1, 2018
Built
Jan 21, 2010 – Dec 22, 2015
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 18V285 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 18V285?

2011–2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany & 2011–2017 Thor Motor Coach Venetian. 895 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 1-877-855-2867.