2018 THOR MOTOR COACH MIRAMAR
3 recalls — 4 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.
Complaint Statistics
4 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| STRUCTURE | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
STRUCTURE
Feb 12, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated that after it had rained, the front driver's side seat belt was wet, even though the windows were rolled up and the doors were closed securely. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact re... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 12, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2024
On Feb 5, 2025, vehicle was started with remote start (in garage with garage door open). Within a few minutes, the entire cabin was engulfed in flames. No warnings, no prior vehicle issues, no recalls. Fire department was called and got fire out. Cause unknown, but appears to have been related t... Read more
Fire
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 16, 2020
Incident date: Apr 1, 2020
EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE RV AND A CHANGE IN TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY OCCURS THE WINDSHIELD AND BOTH SIDE WINDOWS FOG VERY BAD, THEY WILL NOT DEFROST AND YOU CANNOT SEE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, YOU CANNOT SEE THROUGH THE MIRRORS ON EITHER SIDE BECAUSE OF THIS, IT DOES NOT MATTER WHAT ROAD YOU ARE O... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 16, 2020
Incident date: Apr 1, 2020
EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE RV AND A CHANGE IN TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY OCCURS THE WINDSHIELD AND BOTH SIDE WINDOWS FOG VERY BAD, THEY WILL NOT DEFROST AND YOU CANNOT SEE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, YOU CANNOT SEE THROUGH THE MIRRORS ON EITHER SIDE BECAUSE OF THIS, IT DOES NOT MATTER WHAT ROAD YOU ARE O... Read more
THOR MOTOR COACH MIRAMAR — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the THOR MOTOR COACH MIRAMAR across all model years (2014–2020).
22
Total Recalls
42
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths