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- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Thor Chateau and Four Winds motorhomes and 2019-2020 Magnitude and Omni motorhomes. The backup camera displays may revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
- Risk
- If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may unintentionally turn in the wrong direction, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a harness to install that will prevent the image from inverting, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000168.
- 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
On certain motorhomes, the backup camera display can revert to factory default settings, which may cause the camera image to appear reversed. A reversed image can make the driver unintentionally turn in the wrong direction while backing up, which increases the risk of a crash.
Thor Motor Coach will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a harness that prevents the image from inverting. The repair is free of charge. Owners can contact Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-855-2867.
If you own one of the affected vehicles, check your VIN for open recalls and schedule the free repair with an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Thor Motor Coach Chateau | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach Four Winds | 2018 |
| Thor Motor Coach Magnitude | 20192020 |
| Thor Motor Coach Omni | 20192020 |