2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

8 safety recalls on file

The 2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).

8Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany recalls

Rear lights may fail, raising crash risk

Recall 20V418Jul 20, 20202,417 vehicles affected

The rear-mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) in certain motorhomes may have been damaged during manufacturing.

Rear reflectors may be misplaced, reducing visibility

Recall 19V799Nov 7, 20191,785 vehicles affected

The rear reflectors inside the taillight lenses on these motorhomes may be mounted too high.

Rear marker, brake, and turn lights may fail

Recall 18V763Oct 30, 20181,769 vehicles affected

Certain motorhomes built on Freightliner chassis may have a Power Distribution Module that was damaged during manufacturing.

Power Steering Hose Can Rub and Cause a Fire

Recall 18V285May 2, 2018895 vehicles affected

The power steering hose on certain motorhomes may be routed incorrectly.

Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire

Recall 17V758Nov 22, 2017110,400 vehicles affected

Some fire extinguishers installed in these recreational vehicles may become clogged, so they may not discharge as expected, or may require excessive force to operate.

Wrong Water Capacity on Load Label Can Overload RV

Recall 17V634Oct 9, 2017507 vehicles affected

The cargo carrying capacity label on these motorhomes may list an incorrect water capacity for the water heater and fresh water tank.

Power Steering Hose Can Rub and Cause Fire Risk

Recall 17V283Apr 27, 2017186 vehicles affected

A power steering hose may be routed incorrectly and rub against the starter motor's power stud.

Battery Cable May Cut Power Suddenly, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 16V329May 20, 201644 vehicles affected

Certain 2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany, Tuscany ZTE, and Venetian motorhomes built between March 15, 2016, and April 7, 2016, may have an isolator relay cable for the chassis battery that was installed incorrectly.

Most common 2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure2
Unknown Or Other1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Visibility1

What owners report

2024-01-25, Visibility
The contact owns a 2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany 45AT built on a 2017 Freightliner XC-R Chassis. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, two of the passenger's side windows detached and started flapping against the RV wall. The contact veered to the side of the road, and duct taped the windows to the side of the RV. The contact drove to the Camping lot; however, while the RV was parked, he heard an abnormal sound. The contact noticed that one of the windows that was duct taped had separated and fell onto the ground. The vehicle was taken a local dealer, where it was determined that the windows needed to be replaced. The RV was not repaired. The Freightliner manufacturer was notified of
2020-06-07, Structure
FLOORS IN BOTTOM STORAGE BAYS ARE SAGGING AND BOWING ARE AT RISK OF FAILING OUT ON HIGH WAY. NEED TO BE REPLACED WITH BETTER MATERIAL .
2019-07-19, Fuel/Propulsion System
WHILE STATIONARY AND ENGINE COOL, I STARTED THE MOTOR COACH AND WHEN I STEPPED OUTSIDE I NOTICED THE SMELL OF DIESEL FUEL. UPON INVESTIGATION, IT WAS REVEALED THAT FLEETGUARD FUEL FILTER (RESIN CONSTRUCTION) MODEL FF63009 HAD A HAIR LINE CRACK IN THE SIDE OF THE HOUSING. A FINE SPRAY OF RAW FUEL WAS SPRAYING DIRECTLY ONTO THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF). THE DPF WHEN IN REGENERATION MODE CAN REACH TEMPERATURES OF UP TO 500 DEGREE F. FORTUNATELY, THE EXHAUST SYSTEM WAS COLD AT START UP, BUT HAD IT BEEN IN RUNNING FOR A WHILE AND WENT INTO IN REGENERATION MODE, A FIRE COULD HAVE RESULTED CONSIDERING THE FINE MIST THAT WAS BEING SPRAYED ONTO THE EXHAUST. I IMMEDIATELY REMOVE AND REPLACED T
2019-07-09, Unknown Or Other
DOOR LOCK FAILED. I WAS LOCKED IN MY RV. DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN FROM INSDE OR OUTSIDE.

2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany questions

Does the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany: Rear lights may fail, raising crash risk; Rear reflectors may be misplaced, reducing visibility; Rear marker, brake, and turn lights may fail; Power Steering Hose Can Rub and Cause a Fire; Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2), Unknown Or Other (1), Fuel/Propulsion System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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