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NHTSA Recall 19V786000: Recliner (seats)

Thor Motor Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 229 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Thor Motor Coach Magnitude.

229
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2019
owners notified (October 21)
NHTSA campaign19V786000
Manufacturer campaignRC000178
ComponentSEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › RECLINER
Report receivedNovember 1, 2019
Owner notificationOctober 21, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Magnitude and Omni motorhomes. The seat recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."

Safety risk

Improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Ford has notified TMC owners, and Ford dealers will inspect the seat structures and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000178.

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 19V786000

Make and modelModel years
Thor Motor Coach Magnitude2019, 2020
Thor Motor Coach Omni2019, 2020

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.