2017 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw

Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues

Electrical system is the leading concern among 3 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 3rd highest complaint count among 8 Outlaw model years with reports.

Complaints by model year
  1. 3

Of the 2017 reports, 1 involved a fire.

Primary concernElectrical system1 reports · 33% of complaints
Owner complaints3Filed with NHTSA
Recall relationship2 safety recallsNHTSA campaign records

What owners report most often

  1. Electrical system1
  2. Fuel/propulsion system1
  3. Structure1

Recalls and investigations

  1. 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

  2. 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

Representative owner complaints: electrical system

1 report, newest first. Show all

  1. Electrical system, Aug 8, 2018, fire

    THE ELECTRICAL JACKS ARE LOCATED UNDER THE KITCHEN SINK WASTE LINE. WHEN THE WASTE LINE BECOMES SEPARATED DUE TO TRAVELING VIBRATIONS IT ALLOWS WATER TO SEEP INTO THE JACKS WHICH CAUSED A SHORT AND FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND HOOKED UP TO WATER AND ELECTRIC. THE MICROWAVE WAS IN USE. *TT