Large Recall NHTSA · 17V758000 Reported November 22, 2017

Fire extinguisher may be clogged or inoperable

Thor Motor Coach · N/A · 110,400 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V758000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
110,400
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 22, 2017
Completion Rate
11.81

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (thor) is recalling various 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. see a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v758-5764.pdf. these extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. for a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Safety Consequence

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Thor will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on january 15, 2018. owners may contact thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020, or kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information.

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 17V758000 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 17V758000

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

What is recall 17V758000?

NHTSA recall 17V758000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on November 22, 2017. It addresses: Fire extinguisher may be clogged or inoperable. The recall affects approximately 110,400 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 17V758000 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.