Recall 16V492 affects 49 2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw motorhomes missing a fuel-fill warning label. Repair is free at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 49 2017 Outlaw motorhomes because a warning label is missing near the fuel fill station. Without that label, an operator who smokes around flammable vapors can raise the risk of a fire; Thor Motor Coach dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The affected part is the No Smoking warning label near the fuel fill station on 2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw motorhomes. Its normal job is simple: it tells anyone fueling the motorhome not to smoke while flammable vapors are present. That reminder belongs at the fill area because the person adding fuel needs to see it before and during fueling.
On the recalled Outlaw motorhomes, Thor Motor Coach did not install the label during manufacturing. The fuel system itself is not described as defective in this recall. The issue is that the required warning is missing, so the no-smoking instruction is absent from the place where fuel vapors are expected during refueling.
There is no warning sign before failure. The defect is visible only if you look near the fuel fill station and see that the No Smoking label is missing.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 49 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Smoking near the fuel fill station when flammable vapors are present increases the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign listed, so treat the fuel fill area as a no-smoking area whenever fuel vapors are present. Repair is free at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer to schedule the free fuel-fill warning-label installation, which restores the no-smoking warning near flammable vapors.
- Bring the recall notice if Thor Motor Coach mailed one, or reference recall number 16V492 when you call.
- Avoid smoking near the fuel fill station until the label is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Thor Motor Coach technician installs the missing warning label near the fuel fill station. The label tells operators not to smoke around flammable vapors, so the repair is a label installation rather than a mechanical replacement. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, and the dealer performs the work free of charge. Ask the service desk to confirm that recall 16V492 is open for your VIN before the appointment.
Timeline
| June 30, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 9, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V492?
Recall 16V492 covers 49 2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw motorhomes that are missing a no-smoking warning label near the fuel fill station. Without that label, an operator who smokes near flammable vapors increases the risk of a fire. Thor Motor Coach dealers install the warning label for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 16V492. If it is, contact a franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer to schedule installation of the missing fuel-fill warning label. Reference recall number RC000120 or call Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-500-1020.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost, and Thor Motor Coach's remedy says dealers will install the warning label free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at the dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is fire near the fuel fill station. The missing label is supposed to warn operators not to smoke around flammable vapors. If someone smokes near those vapors, the chance of a fire increases. The dealer fix adds the missing warning label.
When did the recall repair become available?
The recall repair became available on August 9, 2016. Thor Motor Coach's remedy says dealers install the missing warning label free of charge, so an included 2017 Outlaw owner can contact a franchised dealer for the label installation.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V492000 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach customer service | 1-877-500-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V492 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V492000 |
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 →