THOR MOTOR COACH 2016 THOR MOTOR COACH VENETIAN Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 THOR MOTOR COACH VENETIAN
Brand
THOR MOTOR COACH
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2016 THOR MOTOR COACH VENETIAN vehicles due to steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections issues. Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Venetian and Tuscany motorhomes equipped with Cummins ISL engines. These vehicles, built on a Freightliner chassis, have a power steering hose that 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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Daimler Trucks (DTNA), the manufacturer of the Freightliner chassis has notified the motorhome owners, and DTNA dealers will reroute the high pressure power steering hose to provide adequate clearance from the starter stud, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020. Thor's number for this recall is FL727A.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026