NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 Thor Motor Hurricane Recalls & Complaints
The 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane has 8 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of November 3, 2026. try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Thor Motor dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2016 Thor Motor Hurricane 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
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.
Incorrectly Installed Windshield Wiper System
NHTSA #17V555000 · Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer · NHTSA notice
Reported September 7, 2017 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 1,105 vehicles
Repair completion: 44.34% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Thor Motor campaign RC000146 · Owners notified September 27, 2017 · Vehicles built December 12, 2012 – March 9, 2016 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Ace, Challenger, Daybreak, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, Windsport, Palazzo, Tuscany, and Tuscany XTE motorhomes. The windshield wipers may fail due to the system being incorrectly installed or secured.
Safety consequence
If the windshield wipers cannot be used, driver visibility would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiper system to verify it is installed correctly, repairing or replacing the system as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 27, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000146. Note: Although some of the vehicles included in this recall have previously been remedied under recalls 17V-096 or 17V-162, the vehicles may need additional repairs under this campaign.
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.
Windshield Wipers may Fail
NHTSA #17V162000 · Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer · NHTSA notice
Reported March 13, 2017 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 8,617 vehicles
Repair completion: 26.82% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified May 5, 2017 · Vehicles built December 12, 2012 – March 10, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2015 ACE, Hurricane, Challenger, Daybreak, Miramar, Outlaw, and Windsport motorhomes. These vehicles have windshield wiper systems that may have been improperly installed and secured, possibly causing the wipers to fail during use.
Safety consequence
Failure of the windshield wipers may impair the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
TMC has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wiper arm securing nuts, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867.
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.
Heat from Exhaust may Melt Storage Compartment
NHTSA #16V139000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Exhaust System · NHTSA notice
Reported March 7, 2016 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 385 vehicles
Repair completion: 38.32% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Thor Motor campaign RC000112 · Owners notified April 20, 2016 · Vehicles built January 30, 2013 – March 6, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Hurricane and Windsport motor homes manufactured January 30, 2013, to March 6, 2015. In the affected motor homes, the vehicle exhaust is located near a storage compartment where heat may build-up, causing the compartment to melt.
Safety consequence
Heat build-up in the vehicle storage compartment increases the risk of fire.
Manufacturer remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield to prevent heat build-up in the storage compartment. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000112.
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.
Electric Entry Steps may be Unstable
NHTSA #15V745000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer · NHTSA notice
Reported November 10, 2015 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 12,656 vehicles
Repair completion: 27.57% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Thor Motor campaign RC000111 · Owners notified January 6, 2016 · Vehicles built May 3, 2007 – March 13, 2015 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Thor Challenger, Thor Citation, Thor Hurricane, Thor Tuscany, Thor Windsport, 2011-2012 Thor Astoria, Thor Avanti, Thor Chateau, 2011-2014 Thor Daybreak, 2011-2015 Thor Outlaw, Thor Siesta, 2014-2015 Thor Miramar, 2012 Thor Four Winds, 2008-2011 Damon Astoria, Damon Daybreak, Damon Outlaw, Damon Tuscany, 2008-2012, Damon Challenger, 2008-2010 Damon Essence, 2009-2011 Damon Avanti, Four Winds Chateau, Four Winds Citation, Four Winds Four Winds, Four Winds Hurricane, Four Winds Siesta, Four Winds Windsport, 2009-2010 Four Winds Dorado, Four Winds Dutchmen, Four Winds Magellan, Four Winds Mandalay and 2009 Four Winds Fun Mover, and Four Winds Presidio motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
Safety consequence
Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Thor will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism and replace all of the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2016. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is RC000111.
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.
Transmission can Shift Without Pressing Brake
NHTSA #15V719000 · Power Train — Automatic Transmission · NHTSA notice
Reported October 30, 2015 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 209 vehicles
Thor Motor campaign RC000110 · Owners notified November 12, 2015 · Vehicles built July 14, 2015 – October 16, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ace, Challenger, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, and Windsport vehicles manufactured July 14, 2015, to October 16, 2015. Due to an incorrect shift cable bracket and an improper shift cable adjustment, the affected vehicles can be shifted out of 'PARK' without applying the brakes.
Safety consequence
If the vehicle can be shifted into reverse without the brakes being applied, the vehicle may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Ford will notify owners on TMC's behalf, and Ford dealers will replace the transmission shift control bracket and adjust the transmission shift cable, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000110.
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.
Parking Brake may not Function Properly
NHTSA #15V699000 · Parking Brake · NHTSA notice
Reported October 23, 2015 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 17 vehicles
Repair completion: 29.41% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Thor Motor campaign RC000107 · Owners notified November 16, 2015 · Vehicles built July 31, 2015 – September 9, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Challenger, Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes manufactured July 31, 2015, to September 9, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the parking brake actuator may be out of calibration causing the parking brake system to not properly hold the vehicle even with the parking brake pedal fully depressed. Additionally, the parking brake may not disengage completely when the parking brake pedal is released.
Safety consequence
If the parking brake does not fully engage, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash. A parking brake that drags may result in a wheel end fire.
Manufacturer remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake foot pedal assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000107.
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.
Seat Mounting Area may not be Reinforced
NHTSA #15V265000 · Seats · NHTSA notice
Reported May 7, 2015 · Thor Motor Coach
Potentially affected: 56 vehicles
Repair completion: 76.79% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Thor Motor campaign RC000101 · Owners notified June 22, 2015 · Vehicles built March 10, 2015 – March 24, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes manufactured March 10, 2015, to March 24, 2015. In the affected motorhomes, the co-pilot seats may be attached to the floor of the motorhome in an area that is not properly reinforced.
Safety consequence
If the floor at the attachment point is not properly reinforced, the seat base mounting may loosen over time, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement plate at the co-pilot seat mounting bolt location, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000101.
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 Hurricane model years
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