2017 Thor Motor Coach Challenger problems & recalls

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

Problem: 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."

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

Problem: 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/rm

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: 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.

Problem: 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.

Risk: If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Problem: 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.

Risk: A door skin that separates during transit can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.