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Thor Palazzo Recall 17V096: Windshield Wipers May Fail, Reducing Driver Visibility

NHTSA campaign 17V096, reported February 14, 2017, 2,483 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Windshield wiper systems on certain motorhomes may have been improperly installed or secured. The wipers can fail during operation, leaving the driver with reduced visibility and a higher risk of a crash.

The remedy is free. Dealers will inspect the windshield wiper system and tighten the wiper nuts to the proper specifications where necessary. Owners will be notified by Thor Motor Coach, and you can also contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020, referencing recall RC000128.

To check whether your vehicle has any open recalls, look up your VIN on the NHTSA recall lookup tool, and contact an authorized dealer to schedule the inspection.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V096Thor Motor Coach
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Problem
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Tuscany, Tuscany XTE and Palazzo motorhomes. The windshield wiper systems on these vehicles may have been improperly installed or secured, causing the wipers to fail during operation.
Risk
If the windshield wipers fail, the driver would have decreased visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiper system, tightening the wiper nuts to the proper specifications, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000128.
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.

Affected vehicles

Thor Palazzo20152016
Thor Motor Coach Palazzo2014
Thor Motor Coach Tuscany201420152016
Thor Motor Coach Tuscany XTE201420152016