Thor Motor Coach Tuscany recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 17, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Thor Motor Coach recalls 2014–2016 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany

Recall number

16V834000

Brand / firm

Thor Motor Coach

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 528 units

Why it was recalled

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Tuscany motorhomes, models 40DX, 40KQ, 40RX, 42GX, 42WX, 44MT, 45AT and 45LT, manufactured April 11, 2013, to October 12, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may leak into the keyless entry module and cause an electrical short.

What to do

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will seal the area around the keyless entry module, free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000123.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.