Thor Motor Coach | NHTSA Recall #19V799000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V799000 by Thor Motor Coach. Affecting 2014-2017 tuscany xte (models 34st, 36mq, 40ax, 40bx, 40ex and 40gq), 2013-2018 tuscany (models 38sq, 40dx, 40kq, 40rx, 42gx, 42hq, 42wx, 44mt 45at and 45lt) and 2016-2020 venetian (models a40, b42, f42, g36, j40, l40, m37, r40, s40, and t42) motorhomes Includes 1,785 affected units, Incorrectly Positioned Rear Reflectors/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2014-2017 tuscany xte (models 34st, 36mq, 40ax, 40bx, 40ex and 40gq), 2013-2018 tuscany (models 38sq, 40dx, 40kq, 40rx, 42gx, 42hq, 42wx, 44mt 45at and 45lt) and 2016-2020 venetian (models a40, b42, f42, g36, j40, l40, m37, r40, s40, and t42) motorhomes

Defect Summary

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2014-2017 tuscany xte (models 34st, 36mq, 40ax, 40bx, 40ex and 40gq), 2013-2018 tuscany (models 38sq, 40dx, 40kq, 40rx, 42gx, 42hq, 42wx, 44mt 45at and 45lt) and 2016-2020 venetian (models a40, b42, f42, g36, j40, l40, m37, r40, s40, and t42) motorhomes. the rear reflectors within the taillight lens may be too high, reducing the vehicle's visibility. 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."

Corrective Action

Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install adhesive reflectors, free of charge. the recall began january 2, 2020. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000180.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V799000
Manufacturer: Thor Motor Coach
Report Received Date: 2019-11-07T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrectly positioned rear reflectors/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 1,785

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RC000180
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2014-2017 tuscany xte (models 34st, 36mq, 40ax, 40bx, 40ex and 40gq), 2013-2018 tuscany (models 38sq, 40dx, 40kq, 40rx, 42gx, 42hq, 42wx, 44mt 45at and 45lt) and 2016-2020 venetian (models a40, b42, f42, g36, j40, l40, m37, r40, s40, and t42) motorhomes. the rear reflectors within the taillight lens may be too high, reducing the vehicle's visibility. 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."
Consequence Summary: The incorrectly positioned reflectors may make the motorhome less visible to others on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install adhesive reflectors, free of charge. the recall began january 2, 2020. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000180.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 98.65

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NHTSA ID: 19V799000
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