Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V692000 Reported November 2, 2017

Improper wiring affecting trailer lights/fmvss 108

Thor Motor Coach · N/A · 36 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V692000
Manufacturer Campaign
RC000148
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
36
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 2, 2017
Completion Rate
75.00

Defect Summary

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."

Safety Consequence

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

Corrective Action

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.

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 17V692000 or campaign RC000148.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17V692000

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

What is recall 17V692000?

NHTSA recall 17V692000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on November 2, 2017. It addresses: Improper wiring affecting trailer lights/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 36 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V692000 or the manufacturer campaign number RC000148. 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.