2017 Thor Motor Coach Miramar
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Structure is the leading concern among 8 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the highest complaint count among 8 Miramar model years with reports.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
VisibilityNov 16, 2018
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.
If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 18V812000 on NHTSA.gov
EquipmentNov 22, 2017
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
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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.
Campaign 17V758000 on NHTSA.gov
Equipment, other, labelsOct 9, 2017
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."
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.
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.
Campaign 17V634000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: power train
2 reports, newest first. Show all
Power train, Structure, Aug 19, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 THOR MIRAMAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFT SELECTOR ERRONEOUSLY INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS IN A GEAR. THE CONTACT WAS UNCERTAIN AS TO WHICH GEAR THE VEHICLE WAS ACTUALLY IN AT THE TIME. ADDITIONALLY, THERE WAS MOLD CONTAMINATION DUE TO A LEAK IN THE ROOF, SIDE WALLS, AND CEILING THAT CAUSED WATER TO LEAK ONTO THE FLOOR. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO HAVE THE RV REPAIRED AT LA MESA RV CENTER SANFORD (LOCATED AT 4441 ORANGE BLVD, SANFORD, FL 32771, (833) 891-7134), THE RV WAS SHIPPED TO THE THOR MANUFACTURER TO BE REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SIDE WALL WAS CUT TOO LARGE WHERE THE HEAT RETURN WAS LOCATED, WHICH CAUSED THE SEAL TO BECOME INEFFECTIVE. SEVERAL MOLD TESTS PROVED POSITIVE FOR MOLD. ADDITIONALLY, THE ROOF FAN ENCLOSURE ALSO ALLOWED WATER TO ENTER THE CABIN OF THE RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER WAS IN THE PROCESS OF RETURNING THE RV; HOWEVER, THE MOLD FAILURE WAS NOT PROPERLY ADDRESSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE CONTACT'S CONCERNS. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,500.
Power train, Vehicle speed control, Engine, Jun 4, 2019
TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED UNEXPECTEDLY CAUSING ENGINE TO REV BEYOND 4K RPMS RESULTING IN DRIVER ALMOST LOSING CONTROL. THE ONLY WAY TO STOP IT WAS TO PUSH THE GAS PEDAL DOWN WHICH INCREASED THE RPMS EVEN MORE AND ADDING TO CONTROL ISSUE. THIS OCCURRED MANY TIMES ON HILLS WITH OR WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL. CAUSED PANIC IN THE VEHICLE BY PASSENGERS WHO THOUGHT THE ENGINE WAS GOING TO EXPLODE AND ALSO THAT THE BRAKES HAD FAILED. FORD SAYS THIS IS BUILT IN AND CANNOT BE CHANGED. I SAY IF YOU NEED THE ENGINE TO SLOW YOU THEN YOU PROBABLY HAVE UNDER SIZE BRAKES. IT WOULD BE A LOT CHEAPER TO REPLACE BRAKE THEN ENGINES AND TRANSMISSIONS. PLEASE HELP ALL US RVERS WITH THESE V10 FORD ENGINES&TRANS THERE ARE A LOT OF US ON THE ROAD. ALL THIS OCCURRED ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAYS.