Safety Recall NHTSA · 11V178000 Reported March 15, 2011

Oxygen sensor wiring harness

Thor Motor Coach · Equipment · 1,175 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
11V178000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
1,175
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 15, 2011

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain recreational vehicles manufactured from march 9, 2010, through march 9, 2011. the wiring for the oxygen (o2) sensor that connects to the catalytic converter may not be properly secured. When not secured, wiring can fall onto the exhaust, melt, and short out causing a check engine light (cel) and, in some cases, the engine to shut down while driving.

Safety Consequence

An engine shut down while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will secure the oxygen sensor by installing a clamp and by adding an additional fastener free of charge. the safety recall began on march 31, 2011. owners may contact tmc warranty service department at 1-877-500-1020.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer and reference recall ID 11V178000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 11V178000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 11V178000?

NHTSA recall 11V178000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on March 15, 2011. It addresses: Oxygen sensor wiring harness. The recall affects approximately 1,175 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V178000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.