Visibility: windshield wiper/washerRecall 18V-705 · Thor Motor Coach vehicles
Thor Motor Coach recall 18V-705 covers 2,854 Thor Motor Coach vehicles for a visibility: windshield wiper/washer problem, reported to NHTSA on October 9, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q1) shows 17% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V705000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A reduction of driver visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
17%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 14, 2011 to March 14, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.