Recall 16V869000: 2017 Thor Motor Coach Quantum
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 2, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 32
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Quantum RQ29 motorhomes manufactured June 27, 2016, to September 29, 2016. The affected vehicles may be missing a mid-ship marker light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Systems (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
If the mid-ship marker light is missing, other drivers can mistake the length of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a mid-ship marker light if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000124.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2017 Thor Motor Coach Quantum
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V869000
- Manufacturer campaign
- RC000124
- Manufacturer
- Thor Motor Coach
- Owner letters
- Jan 25, 2017
- Components
- Exterior lighting (Lighting)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology