THOR OUTLAW 2017: VISIBILITY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V812000

Make Model Year
THOR OUTLAW 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-01-10 2018-11-16 2018-11-20

Production Dates: 2016-09-20 - 2018-08-17

Manufacturers Involved: Thor Motor Coach

Manufacturer Campaign Number: RC000165

Component: VISIBILITY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1485

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Notes

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.