Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V705000 Reported October 9, 2018

Incorrectly installed windshield wiper may fail

Thor Motor Coach · Visibility · 2,854 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18V705000
Manufacturer Campaign
RC000161
Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
2,854
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 9, 2018
Completion Rate
17.34

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2013 thor ace, daybreak, challenger, windsport, hurricane, outlaw, tuscany, and palazzo motorhomes. the windshield wiper system may have been incorrectly installed, causing the wipers to fail during use, reducing driver visibility.

Safety Consequence

A reduction of driver visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the windshield wiper system is installed correctly, repairing or replacing the wiper system as needed, free of charge. the recall began november 28, 2018. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000161.

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 18V705000 or campaign RC000161.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 18V705000

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

What is recall 18V705000?

NHTSA recall 18V705000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on October 9, 2018. It addresses: Incorrectly installed windshield wiper may fail. The recall affects approximately 2,854 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 18V705000 or the manufacturer campaign number RC000161. 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.