NHTSA vehicle safety data
2017 Thor Motor Coach Challenger Recalls & Complaints
The 2017 Thor Motor Coach Challenger has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of November 3, 2026. try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Challenger. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Challenger. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Challenger in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Preliminary Evaluation PE20-021: Trimark 060-1650 Door Latch Failures
Closed December 13, 2024
External Compartment Door May Separate
NHTSA #21V845000 · Structure — Body — Door · NHTSA notice
Reported October 29, 2021 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 424 vehicles
Repair completion: 20.99% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Thor Motor Coach campaign RC000247 · Owners notified December 28, 2021
Defect description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017 Challenger, Miramar, and Outlaw motorhomes. The external compartment outer door skin may separate from the motorhome during transit.
Safety consequence
A door skin that separates during transit can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the compartment door skin and replace the door as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000247.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Driver Side Window Shade may Lower Without Warning
NHTSA #18V812000 · Visibility · NHTSA notice
Reported November 16, 2018 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 1,485 vehicles
Repair completion: 53.94% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Thor Motor Coach campaign RC000165 · Owners notified January 10, 2019 · Vehicles built September 20, 2016 – August 17, 2018 (per NHTSA)
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.
Safety consequence
If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
NHTSA #17V758000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported November 22, 2017 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 110,400 vehicles
Repair completion: 11.81% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified January 15, 2018
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 clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer 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 click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Incorrect Water Capacity on Label/FMVSS 120
NHTSA #17V634000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported October 9, 2017 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 507 vehicles
Repair completion: 44.58% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Thor Motor Coach campaign RC000147 · Owners notified November 15, 2017 · Vehicles built July 22, 2016 – August 16, 2017 (per NHTSA)
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/fresh water tank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Tires and Rims for Motor vehicles over 10,000lbs."
Safety 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.
Manufacturer 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mislocated or Possibly Missing Generator Exhaust
NHTSA #17V362000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer · NHTSA notice
Reported June 2, 2017 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 88 vehicles
Repair completion: 57.95% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Thor Motor Coach campaign RC000138 · Owners notified August 3, 2017 · Vehicles built April 25, 2016 – May 15, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain 2017 Challenger 37YT motorhomes. The exhaust pipe from the onboard gasoline generator may be mislocated or missing completely on the subject vehicles.
Safety consequence
Without a correctly installed generator exhaust pipe, there may be a buildup of carbon monoxide within the interior of the vehicle, increasing the risk of personal injury or death.
Manufacturer remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorhomes for proper generator exhaust installation and routing, replacing or reinstalling the exhaust, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2017. Owner's may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000138.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Thor Motor Coach Challenger model years
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