Every 2018 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Equipment · NHTSA 18V741000
Oct 19, 2018Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer:Lpg Systems:Lines and Fittings
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thor Four Winds, Chateau, and Freedom Elite vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may not have adequate space between the floor and the metal plate on the refrigerator, causing damage to the hose and possibly creating a propane leak.
- Risk
- A propane leak can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- TMC will notify owners, and dealers will remove a portion of the refrigerator base plate to provide additional clearance for the LP hose, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000162.
Full recall details for 18V741000 →Equipment · NHTSA 17V758000
Nov 22, 2017Equipment
- 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/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- 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.
Full recall details for 17V758000 →Equipment · NHTSA 17V522000
Aug 24, 2017Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer:Lpg Systems:Lines and Fittings
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Four Winds, Chateau and Freedom Elite recreational vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may sag and become pinched between the frame and the leaf spring u-bolts, potentially damaging the hose and causing a propane leak.
- Risk
- A propane fuel leak may increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the LP hose routing and install additional P-clamps or relocate the P-clamps to properly secure the hose, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000144.
Full recall details for 17V522000 →
2018 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite. Thor Motor Coach has issued at least 6 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Structure2
- Electrical System1
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (2)
- Equipment (2)
- Steering (2)
What people reported
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Freedom Elite. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“IN DECEMBER 2020 WE HAD JUST RETURNED FROM A 2 WEEK TRIP WHEN I NOTICED EXTENSIVE WATER DAMAGE UNDER THE MATTRESS OF THE REAR BED. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, I PULLED THE MATTRESS BACK AND THERE WAS A INCH GAP BETWEEN THE BACK EXTERIOR WALL AND THE BED FRAME.”
2018 THOR MOTOR COACH FREEDOM ELITEMay 13, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11416443
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 THOR FREEDOM ELITE 29 FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE SLIDER WAS OUT, THE GAS OR HEATER FAILED TO WORK. NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SLIDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL AS THE GAS LINE.”
2018 THOR MOTOR COACH FREEDOM ELITEMay 9, 2019
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11206452
“WHILE TRAVELING IN OUR NEW THOR MOTORHOME AT 60 MPH THE BEDROOM SLIDEOUT FULLY EXTENDED ITSELF. WE STOPPED ON THE SHOULDER OF THE TWO-LANE HIGHWAY AND RETRACTED THE SLIDE OUT WITH THE BEDROOM TOGGLE SWITCH AND THEN TURNED OFF POWER TO SLIDE OUT.”
2018 THOR MOTOR COACH FREEDOM ELITEOct 6, 2018
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11138780
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