Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V555000 Reported September 7, 2017

Incorrectly installed windshield wiper system

Thor Motor Coach · Visibility · 1,105 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V555000
Manufacturer Campaign
RC000146
Manufacturer
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
1,105
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 7, 2017
Completion Rate
44.34

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

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

Corrective Action

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.

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 17V555000 or campaign RC000146.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17V555000

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

What is recall 17V555000?

NHTSA recall 17V555000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on September 7, 2017. It addresses: Incorrectly installed windshield wiper system. The recall affects approximately 1,105 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V555000 or the manufacturer campaign number RC000146. 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.