Every 2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Visibility · NHTSA 18V812000
Nov 16, 2018Visibility
- 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.
Full recall details for 18V812000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 18V572000
Aug 29, 2018Electrical System
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Outlaw motorhomes, model 29J. The 12V wiring for the coach may have been improperly wired to the battery instead of wired through a circuit breaker.
- Risk
- In the event of an electrical short circuit, the unprotected circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- TMC will notify owners, and dealers will correct the circuit's wiring, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000160.
Full recall details for 18V572000 →Visibility · NHTSA 18V482000
Jul 19, 2018Visibility
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thor Outlaw motorhomes, model 29J. These vehicles were manufactured without the rear reflex reflectors, which can make the vehicle less visible to other drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Missing rear reflex reflectors can make the vehicle less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing reflectors, free of charge. The recall began on August 16, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC0000157.
Full recall details for 18V482000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 18V120000
Feb 19, 2018Seat Belts: Rear/Other:Buckle Assembly
- Problem
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Outlaw recreational vehicles, model 29J. The sofa seat belt bracket may not meet the strength requirements and may not adequately restrain an occupant in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
- Risk
- If the bracket does not meet the strength requirements, the anchorage may fail in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000151.
Full recall details for 18V120000 →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 →
2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw. Thor Motor Coach has issued at least 2 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
- Structure5
- Electrical System1
- Steering1
- Unknown Or Other1
- Visibility1
Service bulletins by component
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in one investigation. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“Windows have detached from adhesive and the window does not shut or seal. There is a recall on the windows for this problem but when I put my vin number in here it does not come up as a recall.”
2018 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAWJan 26, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11713414
“Lippert tow hitch (part#360231) Failure - hitch is known to shear off of rig when towing.”
2018 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAWMay 19, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11661999
“The contact owns a 2018 Thor Outlaw RV. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the chassis was rattling and shaking. The contact pulled off the road safely. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.”
2018 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAWMar 14, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11456645
“It seems that Thor did not install the proper amount of wall screws to the floor. This is causing wall separation the causing the dash to come loose from the walls and cause the steering column to be unstable This is a high rate of failure on these units on the Thor outlaw toy hauler models”
2018 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAWDec 12, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11443538
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 THOR OUTLAW 37RB. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE SEPARATED FROM THE FLOOR OF THE CHASSIS. ADDITIONALLY, THERE WERE CRACKS ON THE CENTER REAR AND BOTH SIDES OF THE FRONT AND REAR OF THE VEHICLE.”
2018 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAWJul 11, 2019
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11230993
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