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NHTSA Recall 16V329000: 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)

Thor Motor Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 44 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Thor Motor Coach Tuscany.

44
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2016
owners notified (June 28)
NHTSA campaign16V329000
Manufacturer campaignRC000114
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Report receivedMay 20, 2016
Owner notificationJune 28, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017 Tuscany, Tuscany ZTE, and Venetian motorhomes manufactured March 15, 2016, to April 7, 2016. The isolator relay cable for the chassis battery was improperly installed which could cause sudden, unexpected loss of power.

Safety risk

If the motorhome experiences an unexpected loss of power, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will correctly install the isolator relay cable, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2016. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000114.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 16V329000

Make and modelModel years
Thor Motor Coach Tuscany2017
Thor Motor Coach Tuscany Zte2017
Thor Motor Coach Venetian2017

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.