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Thor Motor Coach Outlaw Recall 18V812: Windshield shade can unroll and block driver view

NHTSA campaign 18V812, reported November 16, 2018, 1,485 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The motorized roller shade over the windshield at the driver's seat can unroll without warning while the motorhome is being driven. If that happens, the shade can block the driver's view of the road.

Because a blocked windshield reduces the driver's visibility, it raises the risk of a crash. Owners should have the recall repair done as soon as possible.

The remedy is free. Thor Motor Coach will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a fastener so the motor cannot let the shade roll down while driving. Owners can call Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-855-2867 (recall number RC000165), and should check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V812Thor Motor Coach
Component
VISIBILITY
Problem
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Thor Challenger, Miramar, and Outlaw motorhomes. The motorized windshield roller shade at the driver's seating position may unroll without warning while driving.
Risk
If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a fastener to ensure the motor will not allow the shade to roll down during while driving. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000165.
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 Motor Coach Challenger201720182019
Thor Motor Coach Miramar201720182019
Thor Motor Coach Outlaw201720182019