NHTSA Recall 16V869000: Exterior lighting
Thor Motor Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 32 vehicles. It affects 2017 Thor Motor Coach Quantum.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V869000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RC000124 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | December 2, 2016 |
| Owner notification | January 25, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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."
Safety risk
If the mid-ship marker light is missing, other drivers can mistake the length of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V869000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach Quantum | 2017 |
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.