THOR PALAZZO (2019) recall — Exterior Lighting
Thor recalls 2017-2019 motorhomes with potentially nonworking rear lights that could increase crash risk. Owners should contact TMC customer service for updates on remedy.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Thor is recalling certain 2017-2019 motorhomes where rear lights might not work, which could increase crash risk. Affected vehicles need to be checked for light functionality and follow the manufacturer's instructions for updates. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224412-thor-2017-2019-motorhomes-nonfunctioning-lights-risk-crash.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224412-thor-2017-2019-motorhomes-nonfunctioning-lights-risk-crash · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V763000
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“Thor 2017-2019 Motorhomes: Nonfunctioning Lights Risk Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224412-thor-2017-2019-motorhomes-nonfunctioning-lights-risk-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #18V763000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V763000).
Why it’s dangerous
Damaged Power Distribution Modules (PDMs) during manufacturing can cause rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals to stop working. This increases crash risk because vehicles may not be visible to other drivers.
Who’s affected
Owners of Thor motorhomes built in 2017-2019 with Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation chassis are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without functional rear lights face higher crash risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your Thor motorhome was built in 2017-2019 and has Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation chassis. The recall covers specific models: Tuscany XTE (2017), Venetian, Aria, Tuscany, and Palazzo (2017-2019).
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What to do — step by step
Contact TMC Customer Service
Reach out to Thor Motor Coach at 1-877-855-2867 for updates on the recall remedy.
What NHTSA says to do
The remedy for this recall is still under development. Daimler Trucks North America, the manufacturer of the chassis began issuing owners an interim notification on October 24, 2018, and will send a second notification when parts become available. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000163.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, causing rear lights to stop working.
How can I check if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your Thor motorhome was built in 2017-2019 and has Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation chassis.
What should I do if my lights aren't working?
Contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867 for updates on the remedy.
Contact Thor
We’ve drafted a message you can send Thor to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V763000 — Thor Thor Hello, I own a Thor that is covered by recall 18V763000 from Thor. The official recall notice states: The remedy for this recall is still under development. Daimler Trucks North America, the manufacturer of the chassis began issuing owners an interim notification on October 24, 2018, and will send a second notification when parts become available. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000163. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V763000 (October 30, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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