Thor Motor Coach Windsport recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 2, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Thor Motor Coach recalls 2018 Thor Motor Coach — 5 models

Recall number

17V692000

Brand / firm

Thor Motor Coach

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 36 units

Why it was recalled

If the trailer lights do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Ace, Axis, Hurricane, Windsport, and Vegas motorhomes. The wiring for the trailer lights may have been inserted into the wrong locations of the trailer lighting socket causing the trailer lights to not function properly. 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

Thor has notified owners and dealers will re-wire a new connector, free of charge. The recall began on November 21, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000148.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.