NHTSA Recall 20V418000: Brake lights (exterior lighting) and 2 other components
Thor Motor Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,417 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Thor Motor Coach Aria.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V418000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RC000196 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 20, 2020 |
| Owner notification | October 6, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Aria, Venetian and Tuscany, 2017 Tuscany XTE and 2017-2019 Palazzo motorhomes vehicles that received an inspection-only remedy for recall 18V-763. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
Safety risk
Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 6, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000196.
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 20V418000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach Aria | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Thor Motor Coach Palazzo | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Thor Motor Coach Tuscany | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Thor Motor Coach Tuscany Xte | 2017 |
| Thor Motor Coach Venetian | 2017, 2018, 2019, 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.