Thor Motor Coach Tuscany recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 7, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Thor Motor Coach recalls 2013–2019 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany, Tuscany Xte, Venetian

Recall number

19V799000

Brand / firm

Thor Motor Coach

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,785 units

Why it was recalled

The incorrectly positioned reflectors may make the motorhome less visible to others on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Tuscany XTE (models 34ST, 36MQ, 40AX, 40BX, 40EX and 40GQ), 2013-2018 Tuscany (models 38SQ, 40DX, 40KQ, 40RX, 42GX, 42HQ, 42WX, 44MT 45AT and 45LT) and 2016-2020 Venetian (models A40, B42, F42, G36, J40, L40, M37, R40, S40, and T42) motorhomes. The rear reflectors within the taillight lens may be too high, reducing the vehicle's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install adhesive reflectors, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2020. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000180.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.