Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V812000 Reported November 16, 2018

Driver side window shade may lower without warning

Q: What is recall 18V812000?

NHTSA recall 18V812000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on November 16, 2018. It addresses: Driver side window shade may lower without warning. The recall affects approximately 1,485 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Thor Motor Coach · N/A · 1,485 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

18V812000

Manufacturer Campaign

RC000165

Manufacturer

Thor Motor Coach

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

1,485

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

November 16, 2018

Completion Rate

53.94

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2017-2019 thor challenger, miramar, and outlaw motorhomes. the motorized windshield roller shade at the driver's seating position may unroll without warning while driving.

Safety Consequence

If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install a fastener to ensure the motor will not allow the shade to roll down during while driving. the recall began january 10, 2019. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000165.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer and reference recall ID 18V812000 or campaign RC000165.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 18V812000

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

What is recall 18V812000?

NHTSA recall 18V812000 was issued by Thor Motor Coach on November 16, 2018. It addresses: Driver side window shade may lower without warning. The recall affects approximately 1,485 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 18V812000 or the manufacturer campaign number RC000165. 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.