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2013 THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

2

Owner Complaints

7

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

0

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2013 THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY

The 2013 THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 9 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER, STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS. The most commonly reported problem area is the Tires (1 complaint).

Recalls for the 2013 THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY

NHTSA has recorded 9 recalls for the 2013 THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY, potentially affecting up to 131,012 vehicles.

Recall 19V799000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 1,785 vehicles affected

Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Tuscany XTE (models 34ST, 36MQ, 40AX, 40BX, 40EX and 40GQ), 2013-2018 Tuscany (models 38SQ, 40DX, 40KQ, 40RX, 42GX, 42HQ, 42WX, 44MT 45AT and 45LT) and 2016-2020 Venetian (models A40, B42, F42, G36, J40, L40, M37, R40, S40, and T42) motorhomes. The rear reflectors within the taillight lens may be too high, reducing...

Consequence: The incorrectly positioned reflectors may make the motorhome less visible to others on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install adhesive reflectors, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2020. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000180.

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Recall 18V705000 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

| 2,854 vehicles affected

Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2013 Thor Ace, Daybreak, Challenger, Windsport, Hurricane, Outlaw, Tuscany, and Palazzo motorhomes. The windshield wiper system may have been incorrectly installed, causing the wipers to fail during use, reducing driver visibility.

Consequence: A reduction of driver visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the windshield wiper system is installed correctly, repairing or replacing the wiper system as needed, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at...

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Recall 18V285000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

| 895 vehicles affected

Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Thor Tuscany and Venetian motorhomes, built on Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) chassis. The power steering hose on the affected vehicles may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.

Consequence: Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: FCCC has notified owners, and FCCC dealers will reroute the power steering hose to provide proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began on May 1, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867 or FCCC customer service at...

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Recall 17V758000 — EQUIPMENT

| 110,400 vehicles affected

Defect: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling various 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V758-5764.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach...

Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Thor will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or...

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Recall 15V745000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER

| 12,656 vehicles affected

Defect: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Thor Challenger, Thor Citation, Thor Hurricane, Thor Tuscany, Thor Windsport, 2011-2012 Thor Astoria, Thor Avanti, Thor Chateau, 2011-2014 Thor Daybreak, 2011-2015 Thor Outlaw, Thor Siesta, 2014-2015 Thor Miramar, 2012 Thor Four Winds, 2008-2011 Damon Astoria, Damon Daybreak, Damon Outlaw, Damon Tuscany, 2008-2012, Damon Challenger, 2008-2010 Damon Essence, 2009-2011 Damon Avanti,...

Consequence: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Thor will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism and replace all of the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2016. Owners may contact Thor customer service at...

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Recall 14V127000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER

| 241 vehicles affected

Defect: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Challenger and Tuscany recreational vehicles, and 2014 Tuscany XTE and Palazzo recreational vehicles manufactured March 8, 2013, through August 8, 2013, and equipped with certain Frigidaire KG-series microwave models CFMV152CLB and CFMV154CLS manufactured January 27, 2013, through April 10, 2013 in the serial number range KG30607951 through KG31600670. In the...

Consequence: If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.

Remedy: Thor will notify owners, and dealers will repair the membrane/keypad component, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2014. Owners may contact Thor Motor Coach at 1-877-500-1020. Thor's number for this recall is RC000088. Note: Until the microwave...

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Recall 12V574000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

| 727 vehicles affected

Defect: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2011 through 2013 Tuscany, Astoria, Ultrasport, Montecito, and Palazzo recreational vehicles manufactured from May 17, 2010, through October 30, 2012, built on Freightliner brand XB and XC custom chassis. The vehicles are equipped with diode jumpers that may come loose in their connectors resulting in an open circuit. Two circuits are...

Consequence: Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Daimler Trucks (DTNA) will notify owners on behalf of Thor, and Freightliner dealers will inspect the diode jumpers to make sure they are fully locked in place and will correct the vehicles as needed. The recall is expected to begin...

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Recall 12V574000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

| 727 vehicles affected

Defect: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2011 through 2013 Tuscany, Astoria, Ultrasport, Montecito, and Palazzo recreational vehicles manufactured from May 17, 2010, through October 30, 2012, built on Freightliner brand XB and XC custom chassis. The vehicles are equipped with diode jumpers that may come loose in their connectors resulting in an open circuit. Two circuits are...

Consequence: Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Daimler Trucks (DTNA) will notify owners on behalf of Thor, and Freightliner dealers will inspect the diode jumpers to make sure they are fully locked in place and will correct the vehicles as needed. The recall is expected to begin...

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Recall 12V574000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

| 727 vehicles affected

Defect: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2011 through 2013 Tuscany, Astoria, Ultrasport, Montecito, and Palazzo recreational vehicles manufactured from May 17, 2010, through October 30, 2012, built on Freightliner brand XB and XC custom chassis. The vehicles are equipped with diode jumpers that may come loose in their connectors resulting in an open circuit. Two circuits are...

Consequence: Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Daimler Trucks (DTNA) will notify owners on behalf of Thor, and Freightliner dealers will inspect the diode jumpers to make sure they are fully locked in place and will correct the vehicles as needed. The recall is expected to begin...

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Owner Complaints for the 2013 THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY

2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Tires
Complaints: 1
Wheels
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#10808938 | TIRES | | 12,000 miles
THE MOTORHOME HAS GOODYEAR 275/70R22.5 G670 RV TIRES ON IT.I HAD A DOUBLE BLOW OUT ON THE REAR WITH THE TREAD COMING OFF BOTH TIRES.THE TIRES HAD NEW TREAD WITH 12000 MILES ON THEM.THE TIRE PRESSURE WAS CORRECT FOR THE WEIGHT AND A MONITORING SYSTEM WAS INSTALLED.WEATHER WAS UNDER 70 DEGREES SPEED ABOUT 60.GOODYEAR SAID THEY WOULD WARRANTY THEM BUT DIDN'T.MY CONCERN IS I HAVE 4 OTHER TIRES THE SAME ON THE MOTORHOME.I NEED TO FIND OUT WHY.CAN YOU DIRECT ME TO SOMEONE WITH THE EXPERTISE TO INSPECT THE TIRES.THANK YOU [XXX] I HAVE PICTURES ON CELL PHONE AND RECEIPTS I CAN SEND INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
#10808938 | WHEELS | | 12,000 miles
THE MOTORHOME HAS GOODYEAR 275/70R22.5 G670 RV TIRES ON IT.I HAD A DOUBLE BLOW OUT ON THE REAR WITH THE TREAD COMING OFF BOTH TIRES.THE TIRES HAD NEW TREAD WITH 12000 MILES ON THEM.THE TIRE PRESSURE WAS CORRECT FOR THE WEIGHT AND A MONITORING SYSTEM WAS INSTALLED.WEATHER WAS UNDER 70 DEGREES SPEED ABOUT 60.GOODYEAR SAID THEY WOULD WARRANTY THEM BUT DIDN'T.MY CONCERN IS I HAVE 4 OTHER TIRES THE SAME ON THE MOTORHOME.I NEED TO FIND OUT WHY.CAN YOU DIRECT ME TO SOMEONE WITH THE EXPERTISE TO INSPECT THE TIRES.THANK YOU [XXX] I HAVE PICTURES ON CELL PHONE AND RECEIPTS I CAN SEND INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Safety Rating for the 2013 THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2013 THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2013 THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY

No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.

NHTSA Investigations for the 2013 THOR MOTOR COACH TUSCANY

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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