2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw.
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- Ford E-450 (Incomplete - Cutaway): 2 of 3 decoded VINs · 2 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2017 E-450
- Ford Motorhome Chassis (Incomplete - Stripped Chassis): 1 of 3 decoded VINs · 0 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2017 Motorhome Chassis
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
Equipment #16V492000 · 2016 · 49 units
Problem: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2017 outlaw motorhomes manufactured january 15, 2016, to june 24, 2016. the affected vehicles are missing a warning label near the fuel fill station. this label warns operators not to smoke while in the presence of flammable vapors.
Risk: An operator that smokes near the fuel fill station with flammable vapors present can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install the warning label, free of charge. the recall began on august 9, 2016. owners may contact tmc's customer service department at 1-877-500-1020. tmc's number for this recall is rc000120.
Structure #16V893000 · 2016 · 209 units
Problem: Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 outlaw motorhomes, models 37bg, 37ls, 37rb, 38re and 38rf, manufactured january 13, 2016, to december 8, 2016. the affected vehicles have rear cargo door hinges with welds that may be inadequate for securing the hinge pin to the hinge plate.
Risk: If the welds are insufficient, the hinge may fail and the door could open with more force than normal, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hinge weld thickness, replacing the hinge as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on february 6, 2017. owners may contact tmc customer service at 1-877-500-1020.
Equipment #17V758000 · 2017 · 110,400 units
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.
Visibility #18V812000 · 2018 · 1,485 units
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.
Structure #21V845000 · 2021 · 424 units
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.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 3 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls filed by Thor Motor Coach for the 2017 Outlaw. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw problems?
In 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is electrical system.