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NHTSA Recall 18V572000: Electrical system

Thor Motor Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 138 vehicles. It affects 2018–2019 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw.

138
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (October 9)
NHTSA campaign18V572000
Manufacturer campaignRC000160
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report receivedAugust 29, 2018
Owner notificationOctober 9, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Outlaw motorhomes, model 29J. The 12V wiring for the coach may have been improperly wired to the battery instead of wired through a circuit breaker.

Safety risk

In the event of an electrical short circuit, the unprotected circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

TMC will notify owners, and dealers will correct the circuit's wiring, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000160.

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 18V572000

Make and modelModel years
Thor Motor Coach Outlaw2018, 2019

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.