2018 THOR MOTOR COACH CHALLENGER
3 recalls — 0 complaints
18V812000 Nov 16, 2018
VISIBILITY
Defect Description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Thor Challenger, Miramar, and Outlaw motorhomes. The motorized windshield roller shade at the driver's seating position may unroll without warning while driving.
Consequence
If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a fastener to ensure the motor will not allow the shade to roll down during while driving. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000165.
17V758000 Nov 22, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling various 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V758-5764.pdf. These extinguishers may become... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Thor will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and cl... Read more
17V634000 Oct 9, 2017
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Challenger, Axis, Chateau, Four Winds, Hurricane, Miramar, Palazzo, Tuscany, Vegas, Venetian, and Windsport motorhomes. The cargo carrying capacity (CCC) label on these vehicles may indicate an incorrect water capacity for the water heater/fres... Read more
Consequence
If the water capacity information is incorrect and it causes the vehicle to be over loaded, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners and send them corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on November 15, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000147.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
NHTSA Safety Investigations — THOR MOTOR COACH CHALLENGER
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE24023
Opened: Aug 14, 2024 — Closed: Jan 16, 2026
Trailer Hitch Receiver Structure May Crack and Separate
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation, PE24023, on August 14, 2024, to investigate allegations of Thor Motor Coach motorhome frame or trailer hitch structure cracking and separating. The hitch was manufactured by Lippert and installed by Thor as standard origin... Read more
THOR MOTOR COACH CHALLENGER — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the THOR MOTOR COACH CHALLENGER across all model years (2003–2020).
46
Total Recalls
48
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
4
Reported Crashes
5
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
THOR MOTOR COACH CHALLENGER — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2022 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 2021 | 0 | 10 | View |
| 2020 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 2019 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 2018 (current) | 3 | 0 | |
| 2017 | 5 | 5 | View |
| 2016 | 6 | 7 | View |
| 2015 | 5 | 5 | View |
| 2014 | 6 | 8 | View |
| 2013 | 5 | 3 | View |
| 2012 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 0 | View |