Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V482000 Reported July 19, 2018

Missing rear reflectors/fmvss 108

Thor Motor Coach · N/A · 119 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18V482000
Manufacturer Campaign
RC0000157
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
119
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 19, 2018
Completion Rate
55.46

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2018-2019 thor outlaw motorhomes, model 29j. these vehicles were manufactured without the rear reflex reflectors, which can make the vehicle less visible to other drivers. 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

Missing rear reflex reflectors can make the vehicle less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing reflectors, free of charge. the recall began on august 16, 2018. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc0000157.

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 18V482000 or campaign RC0000157.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 18V482000

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

What is recall 18V482000?

NHTSA recall 18V482000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on July 19, 2018. It addresses: Missing rear reflectors/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 119 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 18V482000 or the manufacturer campaign number RC0000157. 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.