2020 Thor Motor Coach Magnitude problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 Thor Motor Coach Magnitude.
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- Ford F-550 (Incomplete - Chassis Cab (Single Cab)): 2 of 2 decoded VINs · 2 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2020 F-550
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints. For motorhomes, engine, brake and steering recalls are filed by the chassis maker and are not counted in the Thor Motor Coach recalls above. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see both.
Recalls filed by Thor Motor Coach
Visibility #19V240000 · 2019 · 110 units
Problem: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2018 thor chateau and four winds motorhomes and 2019-2020 magnitude and omni motorhomes. the backup camera displays may revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
Risk: If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may unintentionally turn in the wrong direction, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install a harness to install that will prevent the image from inverting, free of charge. the recall began april 30, 2019. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000168.
Electrical System #19V417000 · 2019 · 81 units
Problem: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2019-2020 magnitude, omni motorhomes, models bb35 and bh35. wires located in the electrical junction box may move around and contact an extra screw that was errantly installed.
Risk: Contact with the screw may result in the wiring insulation being damaged, increasing the risk of an electrical short circuit and a fire.
Fix: Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the junction box and remove the extra screw, and repair any damaged wiring, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began july 15, 2019. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000169.
Equipment #19V504000 · 2019 · 1,554 units
Problem: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2019-2020 challenger, miramar, magnitude, outlaw, omni, and palazzo motorhomes. the vehicle control system software may cause the slide-out room to move unexpectedly.
Risk: Unexpected movement of the slide-out room can increase the risk of a injury.
Fix: Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will update the affected software, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin august 28, 2019. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000170.
Equipment #19V566000 · 2019 · 181 units
Problem: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2019-2020 omni and magnitude motorhomes. the battery tray may be improperly welded to the chassis frame, allowing the battery tray to detach from the chassis.
Risk: If the battery tray detaches from the chassis, the battery may discharge, causing the vehicle to stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tmc has notified owners, and dealers will weld on an additional support to the battery tray, free of charge. the recall began august 8, 2019. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000171.
Seats #19V786000 · 2019 · 229 units
Problem: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain 2019-2020 magnitude and omni motorhomes. the seat recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) numbers 202, "head restraints" and 207, "seating systems."
Risk: Improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Ford has notified tmc owners, and ford dealers will inspect the seat structures and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began october 21, 2019. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or tmc customer service at 1-877-855-2867. tmc's number for this recall is rc000178.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 2 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Thor Motor Coach Magnitude have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls filed by Thor Motor Coach for the 2020 Magnitude. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2020 Thor Motor Coach Magnitude problems?
In 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is structure.