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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 18V705📅 Oct 15, 2018

2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE & 2013 Thor Motor Coach Challenger + 6 more recall: windows, wipers & mirrors

⚠️ What's wrong

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2013 Thor Ace, Daybreak, Challenger, Windsport, Hurricane, Outlaw, Tuscany, and Palazzo motorhomes. The windshield wiper system may have been incorrectly installed, causing the wipers to fail during use, reducing driver visibility.

💥 The risk

A reduction of driver visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the windshield wiper system is installed correctly, repairing or replacing the wiper system as needed, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000161.

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
18V705000
Manufacturer recall #
RC000161
Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Vehicles affected
2,854
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Owner phone
1-877-855-2867
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Nov 28, 2018
Built
Nov 14, 2011 – Mar 14, 2013
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 18V705 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 18V705?

2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE & 2013 Thor Motor Coach Challenger + 6 more. 2,854 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.