Recall 16V406 affects 207 2015-2016 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany motor homes for steering-box spacer wear. Do not drive. Inspection and repair are free.
A failed steering wheel connection can cause sudden loss of steering control and increase crash risk. There is no warning sign before failure. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips, until a dealer inspection confirms it is safe or completes the repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer once available.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 207 2015-2016 Tuscany motor homes because incorrect steering-box spacers can wear the connection between the steering wheel and front axle. Do not drive these motor homes until Thor Motor Coach gives repair instructions; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The steering box on a 2015-2016 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany motor home is part of the steering system built into the Freightliner Custom Chassis. It takes the motion from the steering wheel and transfers it through the steering linkage so the front axle responds when the driver turns. Inside the box, spacers help keep the internal parts correctly positioned as steering loads move through the system.
On affected Tuscany motor homes, an incorrect spacer was installed during chassis manufacturing. That wrong spacer lets the steering box wear earlier than designed at the connection between the steering wheel and the front axle. As that connection wears, the steering system loses the precise fit it needs to carry driver input cleanly to the front wheels.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not list a dashboard light, noise, or handling symptom that owners can rely on before the steering box wears.
Who's affected?
The same front suspension and steering scope applies across both model years.
| 2016 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany | front suspension |
|---|---|
| 2016 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany | steering system |
| 2015 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany | front suspension |
| 2015 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany | steering system |
| Units affected | 207 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2015-2016 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A failed steering wheel connection can cause sudden loss of steering control and increase crash risk. There is no warning sign before failure. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips, until a dealer inspection confirms it is safe or completes the repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the motor home until the steering-box inspection is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the motor home has to be moved for inspection; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact Thor Motor Coach customer service or a Freightliner Custom Chassis dealer to schedule the free steering-box inspection and replacement that addresses the loss-of-steering risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Thor Motor Coach mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V406 when you call.
What happens at the repair
Do not drive the motor home until it has been inspected. The source remedy says dealers will inspect the steering box and replace it if the inspection shows replacement is needed. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. For a 2015 to 2016 Tuscany, the inspection focuses on the steering box connection between the steering wheel and the front axle, where incorrect internal spacers can cause premature wear.
Timeline
| June 7, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 10, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V406?
Recall 16V406 covers 207 2015-2016 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany motor homes built on Freightliner Custom Chassis with steering boxes made with incorrect internal spacers. The defect causes premature wear in the steering connection between the steering wheel and front axle. Freightliner Custom Chassis dealers inspect and replace the steering box if needed for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor home is included in recall 16V406. If it is, Do not drive the vehicle until it has been inspected. Ask the dealer about towing, and reference Thor Motor Coach recall number RC000115 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 16V406, Freightliner Custom Chassis dealers inspect the steering box and replace it if necessary free of charge.
What does "do not drive" mean for this recall?
Do not drive the motor home until the steering box has been inspected. The steering wheel's connection to the front axle can fail, causing a sudden loss of steering ability and increasing crash risk. Ask the dealer about towing if the vehicle needs to move.
When did recall 16V406 begin?
The recall began on June 10, 2016. Thor Motor Coach directed owners to contact Freightliner Custom Chassis or Thor Motor Coach customer service for inspection instructions. The VIN check confirms whether your specific Tuscany is included before you arrange dealer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V406000 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V406 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V406000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →