Thor Motor Coach Venetian recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 2, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Thor Motor Coach recalls 2017–2019 Thor Motor Coach Venetian, Aria

Recall number

18V507000

Brand / firm

Thor Motor Coach, Thor

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 175 units

Why it was recalled

If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Thor Aria motorhomes and 2017-2019 Thor Venetian motorhomes. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.

What to do

TMC will notify owners, and authorized Daimler Trucks service centers will inspect the caliper mounting bolts and tighten them to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began September 4, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000159.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.