Thor Motor Coach Quantum recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 2, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Thor Motor Coach recalls 2017 Thor Motor Coach Quantum

Recall number

16V869000

Brand / firm

Thor Motor Coach

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 32 units

Why it was recalled

If the mid-ship marker light is missing, other drivers can mistake the length of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Quantum RQ29 motorhomes manufactured June 27, 2016, to September 29, 2016. The affected vehicles may be missing a mid-ship marker light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Systems (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a mid-ship marker light if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000124.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.