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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 18V763📅 Nov 1, 2018

2017–2019 Thor Aria & 2017–2019 Thor Palazzo + 3 more recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

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.

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
18V763000
Manufacturer recall #
RC000163
Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Vehicles affected
1,769
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Owner phone
1-877-855-2867
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Oct 30, 2018
Built
Jun 3, 2016 – Oct 30, 2018
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 18V763 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 18V763?

2017–2019 Thor Aria & 2017–2019 Thor Palazzo + 3 more. 1,769 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 dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-877-855-2867.