Recall 17V758 covers 110,400 2003-2018 Thor Motor Coach recreational vehicles with Kidde fire extinguishers that can fail to discharge. Kidde replacement is free.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 110,400 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, including Ventura and Tuscany Xte models, because certain Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers can clog, require excessive force, or lose the nozzle during use. In a fire, an extinguisher that does not discharge properly increases injury risk; Thor Motor Coach dealers will complete the free remedy.
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What's wrong?
In NHTSA campaign 17V758, the recalled part is the Kidde fire extinguisher installed in 2003-2018 Thor Motor Coach recreational vehicles. A fire extinguisher is supposed to discharge dry chemical powder when the handle or push button is pressed, giving an owner a way to fight a small fire before it spreads.
On the recalled plastic-handle extinguishers, the valve area can clog or require excessive force before it releases the agent. Kidde also reported that the nozzle can detach from the valve assembly with enough force to injure someone and leave the extinguisher unable to discharge. On Push Button 'Pindicator' units, the activation button can also require excessive force.
There is no warning sign before failure. The extinguisher can look normal until someone tries to use it, so the model and recall status of the extinguisher matter more than how it appears in its bracket.
Who's affected?
The scope spans the 2003-2018 model years across motorhomes, travel trailers, and related coach nameplates.
| 2010 Thor Motor Coach Ventura | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2009 Thor Motor Coach Ventura | Equipment |
| 2017 Thor Motor Coach Tuscany Xte | Equipment |
| Units affected | 110,400 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a fire starts, a defective extinguisher can fail to discharge or work correctly, increasing the risk of injury. There is no known warning sign before use, so confirm whether your VIN is included and arrange the replacement promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2003-2018 Thor Motor Coach recreational vehicle is included in this recall.
- Contact Kidde for the free replacement fire extinguisher that replaces the clogged or hard-to-activate unit.
- Call Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-500-1020 or Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 with questions.
- Reference recall number 17V758 when you call so the service team can match your vehicle to the Kidde fire-extinguisher replacement.
- Keep a working fire extinguisher in the vehicle until the recalled Kidde unit is replaced.
What happens at the repair
This recall is handled through Kidde rather than a shop repair. Thor Motor Coach directs owners to contact Kidde for a free replacement fire extinguisher. Kidde verifies the affected extinguisher and sends the replacement unit. Install it in the same mounted location and remove the recalled extinguisher from service. The replacement itself is free. Thor Motor Coach has a general reimbursement plan on file, so if you already paid for a replacement tied to this recall, keep the receipt and ask customer service how to submit documented expenses.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 22, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 15, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 22, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| January 22, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 22, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 22, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V758?
Recall 17V758 covers 110,400 2003-2018 Thor Motor Coach recreational vehicles equipped with recalled Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers. The extinguisher can clog, need excessive force to activate, or have a nozzle detach, increasing injury risk during a fire. Thor Motor Coach and Kidde provide the replacement extinguisher for free.
What should I do if my 2003-2018 Thor Motor Coach RV is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific recreational vehicle is included in recall 17V758. If it is, contact Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-500-1020 or Kidde at 1-855-262-3540 to get the free replacement fire extinguisher. Reference recall number 17V758 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect remedy at no cost, and Thor Motor Coach's remedy directs owners to Kidde for a free replacement fire extinguisher. The recall began on January 15, 2018, so the replacement path is available now.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is that the fire extinguisher does not work when needed during a fire. A clogged extinguisher, hard-to-activate handle, or detached nozzle can leave you without working fire protection and increase the risk of injury.
What if I bought my Thor Motor Coach RV used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle and the recalled equipment, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included, then contact Thor Motor Coach or Kidde with recall number 17V758.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V758000 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach customer service | 1-877-500-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V758 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V758000 |
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 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →