NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V692
Manufacturer Thor Motor Coach
Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Number of Units Affected 36
Improper Wiring Affecting Trailer Lights/FMVSS 108
If the trailer lights do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Ace, Axis, Hurricane, Windsport, and Vegas motorhomes. The wiring for the trailer lights may have been inserted into the wrong locations of the trailer lighting socket causing the trailer lights to not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”
Remedy
Thor has notified owners and dealers will re-wire a new connector, free of charge. The recall began on November 21, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC’s number for this recall is RC000148.
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.
17V-692
2017-544
11/20/2017
SAFETY RECALL NOTICE
Safety Recall: 17V-692
Safety Advisory: RC000148
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
Service Campaign #RC000148
Recall Acknowledgement
November 27, 2017
- RV 7-Way Trailer Connector: - 7-Blade, RV-style trailer connector for vehicle side. 7-Way connects to towing vehicle's wiring provides full function 7-way connection to power trailer's taillights, brake lights, turn signals, reverse lights, electric trailer brakes and auxiliary power (12V+ wire)
- Quick-install: - Prewired 7-way car end trailer wiring connector pigtail harness with butt connector for 7-wire RV standard color coded wire, could be directly hardwires into truck's existing wiring
- Heavy Duty: - 7-way RV output socket equip with a tight-fitting spring loaded cover to keep terminals clean when not in use; MECMO trailer electrical adapter is made of rust-free black plastic, premium tin-plated copper terminals and equips black sealed tubing wire conduit, provides well-protection, great corrosion-resistance and conductivity
- 180 degrees Lip: - 7 pin trailer connector socket opens 180° for easy connections, Voltage ranges: 6-24 Volts; Design for for commercial vehicles / trailers / RVs / trucks / semi-trailers / cars / caravans, etc
- Full Ready Kit: - Full ready kit easy to install, this vehicle end 7-pin trailer adapter includes mounting bracket, screws, and nuts; All-in-one set design convenience your wiring connection, Mounts within the universal mounting hole for added convenience
- Phillips Industries 7-Way Socket - 16-724
- Item Package Dimension: 2.99L x 2.44W x 1.96H inches
- Item Package Weight - 0.2 Pounds
- Item Package Quantity - 1
- Product Type - FASTENER DRIVE BIT
- RV 7 Pin: - GM 7 pin trailer connector are commonly used on RV travel trailers for replacing the vehicle side female-end 7 way socket; Direct replacement for factory 7-way connectors for Ford, Dodge, Nissan, Jeep, Ram, Chrysler, Dodge, Porsche, Ram, Toyota, Volkswagen and most GM Vehicles with factory tow package
- Replacement for OEM 7 Pin: - USCAR 7-pin to 7 Blade RV trailer wiring socket is a diect fit replacement OEM vehicle end trailer plug, and supply power for turn signals, taillights, auxiliary power, electric trailer brakes, reverse lights and ground
- Bracket mount: - 7 prong trailer connector socket mount on rear bumper, provides a sturdy trailer light connection for vehicle to trailer towing; Simple plug-in, just insert into tow package port and twist in (Mounting bracket NOT included)
- Spring Loaded Cover: - The RV 7 way receptacle socket is equipped with a spring-loaded tight fitting dust cover to keep out dirt and moisture, protects terminal from water and dust damage
- Heavy Duty Back-side Wiring Plug: - MECMO Replacement 7 way RV-style blade connector for USCAR socket is made of reinforced extra thick nylon plastic; Sealed with silicone at the back of the socket and internal seals for ultimate weatherproofing
- Fit type: Universal
- Package Dimensions: 5.08 L x 12.7 H x 10.16 W (centimeters)
- Made in China
- Package Weight : 3.35 pounds
- Round-Pin Style: - 7-way round connectors are commonly found in commercial vehicle industry for the electrical wiring between heavy-duty truck and trailer; This silver 7 round-pin style connector is a female-end socket designed for the vehicle side of the connection can be easily interchanges with 7-way RV blade connectors a great replacement socket of your car
- 7-Pin Round Sae J560 Socket: - This SAE Standard provides the minimum requirements for primary and auxiliary jumper cable plug and receptacle for the truck to trailer and converter dolly jumper cable systems for 12 VDC nominal applications; 7 Pin Round Trailer Wiring Socket is is common found in Semi Truck / Commercial Vehicle / Pickup Truck / Tractor, to supply power for turn signals, taillights, auxiliary power, electric trailer brakes, reverse lights and a ground connection
- Spring-Loaded Cover: - Equip with die-cast zinc spring-loaded dust cover efficiently keeps the 7 way round pin female socket clean when not in use, protect terminal from water and dust damage; Full silver-color metal dust lip provides higher protection and shiny look
- Built to Last: - Vehicle-Side Round 7-Pin trailer replacment socket is produced for long-lasting use, the housing of this 7-pole socket plug is made from heavy duty and durable zinc die-cast metal construction
- Rubber Sleeve Rear Grommet: - At the back of the 7 round pin socket comes with a rubber sleeve rear grommet for excellent weather-resistant; Suitable for outdoor environments that require waterproof and dustproof, can be used as a sealing plug when the cable is installed, better protect the splice-in 7-way wiring connections
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