Recall 16V468 affects 122 2016-2017 Thor Motor Coach Venetian, Tuscany and Palazzo motorhomes for loose sway-bar bolts. Repair is free at Detroit Axle service centers.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 122 2016-2017 Venetian, Tuscany, and Palazzo motorhomes because the front sway bar brackets can fit incorrectly and bend or loosen the mounting bolts. If the sway bar detaches from the axle, handling is affected and crash risk increases; Thor Motor Coach dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The front sway bar on the 2016-2017 Thor Motor Coach Venetian, Tuscany, and Palazzo motorhomes is part of the front suspension. It links the left and right sides of the axle so the coach stays more stable when turning, changing lanes, or crossing uneven pavement. Its mounting brackets hold the bar in the correct position on the axle.
On affected motorhomes, the front sway bar mounting brackets do not fit properly on the axle because the bracket was installed improperly. That poor fit puts the mounting bolts under stress. As the coach is driven, the bolts can bend or loosen, and the sway bar can no longer stay secured the way the suspension needs it to.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not count on noise, vibration, or a dashboard light to appear before the bracket or bolts have a problem.
Who's affected?
Spans the Venetian, Tuscany, and Palazzo across the 2016 and 2017 model years, all tied to the front suspension.
| 2016 Thor Motor Coach Venetian | front suspension |
|---|---|
| 2017 Thor Motor Coach Venetian | front suspension |
| 2016 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany | front suspension |
| 2016 Thor Palazzo | front suspension |
| Units affected | 122 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose sway bar bolts can let the sway bar detach from the axle. That affects handling and increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Thor Motor Coach Venetian, Tuscany, or Palazzo motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact Thor Motor Coach customer service or a franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer to schedule the free front sway-bar mounting repair that secures the brackets and bolts.
- Schedule service at the repair center Thor Motor Coach or Daimler directs you to; the recall repair is free.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. Reference recall number 16V468 and Thor Motor Coach recall RC000117 when you call.
- Limit driving until the repair is complete, and avoid sharp maneuvers if the motorhome feels unstable.
What happens at the repair
At the service center, the front sway bar mounting is modified so the brackets fit the axle correctly and the mounting bolts are no longer left to bend or loosen. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Thor Motor Coach has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this repair before the recall work was completed. Keep any invoices, payment records, and repair orders, then contact Thor Motor Coach customer service to ask how to submit the documented expense under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 27, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 22, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V468?
Recall 16V468 covers 122 2016-2017 Thor Motor Coach Venetian, Tuscany, and Palazzo motorhomes with front sway bar mounting brackets that do not fit properly on the axle. The bolts can bend or loosen, and Thor Motor Coach's remedy is a free sway bar mounting modification.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Thor Motor Coach Venetian, Tuscany, or Palazzo is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 16V468. If it is, contact Thor Motor Coach or Daimler Trucks to locate a Detroit Axle service center for the free sway bar mounting modification. Reference Thor Motor Coach recall RC000117 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Thor Motor Coach's recall remedy says Detroit Axle service centers, subsidiaries of Daimler Trucks, will modify the sway bar mounting free of charge. Ask the service center to reference recall 16V468 and Thor Motor Coach recall RC000117 when you schedule.
What is the safety risk?
Loose sway bar bolts can let the sway bar detach from the axle. That affects handling and increases crash risk, especially in a motorhome where steering response and body control matter. If your VIN is included, arrange the free repair before relying on the vehicle for travel.
What if I bought this Thor Motor Coach motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Venetian, Tuscany, or Palazzo is included, then call Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-500-1020 or a Daimler Trucks service contact to locate a service center.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V468000 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach customer service | 1-877-500-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V468 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V468000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (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 →