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Recall 17V-555: 2015–2016 Thor Palazzo, 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane and 12 more

Thor Motor Coach recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Sep 7, 2017, covering about 1,105 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-555
Report date
Sep 7, 2017
Vehicles affected
1,105
Owners notified
Sep 27, 2017

The problem

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Ace, Challenger, Daybreak, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, Windsport, Palazzo, Tuscany, and Tuscany XTE motorhomes. The windshield wipers may fail due to the system being incorrectly installed or secured.

The risk

If the windshield wipers cannot be used, driver visibility would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiper system to verify it is installed correctly, repairing or replacing the system as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 27, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000146. Note: Although some of the vehicles included in this recall have previously been remedied under recalls 17V-096 or 17V-162, the vehicles may need additional repairs under this campaign.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerThor Motor Coach
ComponentVisibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V555000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Thor Palazzo2015, 2016All years
Thor Motor Hurricane2016All years
Thor Motor Miramar2016All years
Thor Motor Outlaw2016All years
Thor Motor Coach ACE2014, 2015, 2016All years
Thor Motor Coach Challenger2014, 2015, 2016All years
Thor Motor Coach Daybreak2014, 2015, 2016All years
Thor Motor Coach Hurricane2014, 2015All years
Thor Motor Coach Miramar2014, 2015All years
Thor Motor Coach Outlaw2014, 2015All years
Thor Motor Coach Palazzo2014All years
Thor Motor Coach Tuscany2014, 2015, 2016All years
Thor Motor Coach Tuscany XTE2014, 2015, 2016All years
Thor Motor Coach Windsport2014, 2015, 2016All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 17V-555?

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Ace, Challenger, Daybreak, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, Windsport, Palazzo, Tuscany, and Tuscany XTE motorhomes. The windshield wipers may fail due to the system being incorrectly installed or secured.

How is recall 17V-555 fixed?

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiper system to verify it is installed correctly, repairing or replacing the system as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 27, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000146. Note: Although some of the vehicles included in this recall have previously been remedied under recalls 17V-096 or 17V-162, the vehicles may need additional repairs under this campaign.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.