Recall 18V572 covers 138 2018-2019 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw motorhomes with unprotected 12V wiring. Repair is free at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 138 2018-2019 Outlaw motorhomes because the coach 12V wiring was routed to the battery instead of through a circuit breaker. In a short circuit, the unprotected wiring can increase the risk of fire; Thor Motor Coach dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The 12V coach wiring in a 2018-2019 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw powers most of the motorhome's low-voltage coach equipment. That wiring is supposed to run through a circuit breaker, which is a protective device that opens the circuit when electrical current is too high. The breaker helps keep the wire from carrying more current than it is designed to handle.
On affected Outlaw 29J motorhomes, the wire was attached to a terminal post that gets power directly from the battery. That bypasses the aux post on the converter breaker. The problem came from an incorrect wiring print used in production. The corrected setup routes the wire to the proper aux post on the converter breaker.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a light, sound, or change in coach equipment operation before the wiring problem matters.
Who's affected?
Covers two Outlaw model years tied to the same electrical system component.
| 2019 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw | electrical system |
| Units affected | 138 |
| 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?
An electrical short circuit in the affected wiring can leave the circuit unprotected and raise the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and ask the dealer about any use guidance before your appointment. Repair is free at any franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer to schedule the free wiring correction that routes the 12V coach circuit through a circuit breaker.
- Bring the recall notice if Thor Motor Coach mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V572 when you call.
- Call Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-855-2867 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Thor Motor Coach technician corrects the coach circuit wiring so the 12V wiring routes through the proper circuit protection instead of being connected directly to the battery. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Thor Motor Coach has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who paid out of pocket for this related repair before the recall work was completed. If you have prior repair paperwork, ask the service desk how to submit documented expenses under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 29, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 9, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 29, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| October 29, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 29, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V572?
Recall 18V572 covers 138 2018-2019 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw 29J motorhomes with 12V coach wiring routed to the battery instead of through a circuit breaker. An electrical short circuit in the unprotected circuit increases fire risk. Dealers will correct the wiring for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 18V572. If it is, contact a franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer to schedule the wiring correction. Reference recall number 18V572 and Thor Motor Coach recall number RC000160 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Thor Motor Coach dealers will correct the circuit wiring free of charge. The recall repair has been available since October 9, 2018.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from an unprotected 12V coach circuit. If an electrical short circuit occurs, the circuit is not protected by the intended circuit breaker. That condition increases the risk of a fire until the dealer corrects the wiring.
What if I bought the Thor Motor Coach Outlaw used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Outlaw is included, then contact a franchised Thor Motor Coach dealer or Thor Motor Coach customer service at 1-877-855-2867.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V572000 |
|---|---|
| Thor Motor Coach customer service | 1-877-855-2867 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V572 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V572000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - 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 →