2018 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW
6 recalls — 9 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.
18V572000 Aug 29, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Outlaw motorhomes, model 29J. The 12V wiring for the coach may have been improperly wired to the battery instead of wired through a circuit breaker.
Consequence
In the event of an electrical short circuit, the unprotected circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will correct the circuit's wiring, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000160.
18V482000 Jul 19, 2018
VISIBILITY
Defect Description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thor Outlaw motorhomes, model 29J. These vehicles were manufactured without the rear reflex reflectors, which can make the vehicle less visible to other drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehi... Read more
Consequence
Missing rear reflex reflectors can make the vehicle less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing reflectors, free of charge. The recall began on August 16, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC0000157.
18V120000 Feb 19, 2018
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Outlaw recreational vehicles, model 29J. The sofa seat belt bracket may not meet the strength requirements and may not adequately restrain an occupant in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Fede... Read more
Consequence
If the bracket does not meet the strength requirements, the anchorage may fail in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000151.
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
17V381000 Jun 15, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain 2018 Outlaw 29H motorhomes. The affected vehicles were built incorrectly with a 15 amp fuse for the awning light instead of a 2 amp fuse.
Consequence
If the awning light circuit short circuits, the incorrect fuse may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 15 amp fuse with a 2 amp fuse, free of charge. The recall began on August 9, 2017. Owner's may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000143.
Complaint Statistics
9 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Jan 26, 2026
Incident date: Jan 5, 2026
Windows have detached from adhesive and the window does not shut or seal. There is a recall on the windows for this problem but when I put my vin number in here it does not come up as a recall.
ENGINE
Jan 26, 2026
Incident date: Jan 5, 2026
Engine began overheating. Noticed that the coolant was empty. Filled filled it with coolant to the max mark. In about two days and began to overheat again. This is when I found out that they had an engine designed flaw for the 2 L eco-boost. The block would crack, and Ford knew about it, but was sti... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 19, 2025
Incident date: Sep 18, 2021
My paint job is peeling away. I can not even wash my car with out it flicking off.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 31, 2022
Incident date: Mar 31, 2021
the coach has a know design flaw its in the what the walls are attached to the flooring of the coach....the design was under spec'ed (9) 3" screws over a 55" span approx 9-10" apart) and the hardware used was put under excessive force causing the screws used to hold the walls in place and attached t... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Mar 14, 2022
Incident date: Sep 7, 2020
The contact owns a 2018 Thor Outlaw RV. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the chassis was rattling and shaking. The contact pulled off the road safely. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was not diagnos... Read more
STEERING
Dec 12, 2021
Incident date: Nov 1, 2021
It seems that Thor did not install the proper amount of wall screws to the floor. This is causing wall separation the causing the dash to come loose from the walls and cause the steering column to be unstable This is a high rate of failure on these units on the Thor outlaw toy hauler models
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 11, 2019
Incident date: Jan 21, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 THOR OUTLAW 37RB. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE SEPARATED FROM THE FLOOR OF THE CHASSIS. ADDITIONALLY, THERE WERE CRACKS ON THE CENTER REAR AND BOTH SIDES OF THE FRONT AND REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CALLED CAMPING WORLD OF SYRACUSE AT 888-803-3193 ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 3, 2018
Incident date: Jan 10, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 THOR OUTLAW. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED SEVERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURES WITH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THERE WERE FAILURES WITH THE SINK AND DRAIN. ALSO, SIX OF THE TWELVE BOLTS WERE STRIPPED. THE DEALER (MOTOR HOME SPECIALIST, 5411 S INTERSTAT... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 3, 2018
Incident date: Jan 10, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 THOR OUTLAW. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED SEVERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURES WITH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THERE WERE FAILURES WITH THE SINK AND DRAIN. ALSO, SIX OF THE TWELVE BOLTS WERE STRIPPED. THE DEALER (MOTOR HOME SPECIALIST, 5411 S INTERSTAT... Read more
THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW across all model years (2007–2026).
52
Total Recalls
35
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 2020 | 4 | 4 | View |
| 2019 | 7 | 4 | View |
| 2018 (current) | 6 | 9 | |
| 2017 | 5 | 3 | View |
| 2016 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 2015 | 5 | 1 | View |
| 2014 | 5 | 6 | View |
| 2013 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 2011 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 | View |