CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Tuscany motorhomes manufactured February 28, 2013, to August 31, 2015. The throttle pedal position sensor on the affected vehicles may not return to zero, causing the engine brake to suddenly not activate as expected, reducing the vehicle's deceleration ability.
- Risk
- A sudden loss of an engine brake without warning on a motorhome may lead to a reduced brake capacity, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- TMC will notify owners, and dealers for Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), manufacturer of the motorhome chassis, will replace the throttle pedal, free of charge. The recall began on July 15, 2016. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020 or Daimler Warranty Campaign Department at 1-800-547-0712 or by email at [email protected]. TMC's number for this recall is RC000119.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The accelerator pedal's throttle position sensor on certain motorhomes may not return fully to zero. When this happens, the engine brake can suddenly stop activating as expected, so the vehicle loses some of its ability to slow down. The problem comes without any warning to the driver.
A sudden loss of engine braking on a large motorhome can reduce braking capacity and increase the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware that the vehicle may not slow as expected when the engine brake is relied upon.
The repair is free. Thor Motor Coach will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America dealers will replace the throttle pedal at no cost. Contact Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-500-1020, or the Daimler Warranty Campaign Department at 1-800-547-0712 or [email protected], referencing recall RC000119. You can also check your vehicle identification number for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Thor Motor Coach Tuscany | 201420152016 |
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