Thor Motor Coach Vegas recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 19, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Thor Motor Coach recalls 2016 Thor Motor Coach Vegas, Axis

Recall number

15V530000

Brand / firm

Thor Motor Coach

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 290 units

Why it was recalled

If the windshield cannot be defrosted, the driver's visibility may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Axis and Vegas recreational vehicles manufactured March 26, 2015, to July 6, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the heating, ventilation and air conditioning control may lock on one setting, preventing the operator from changing the air flow, thereby eliminating the ability to defrost the windshield.

What to do

TMC has notified owners, and dealers will install a jumper harness to prevent the condition, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000103.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.