2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 3 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
2 of 3 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving a 2013 thor ACE motor home at 60 MPH I heard beeping noise in the drivers area. While trying to figure out the source I discovered the motor home was on fire under the right front.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-31
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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I am extremely concerned that running gas lines into and then out of an oil cooler that is attached to the front of the radiator at the front of a vehicle is not safe.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-27
Engine
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-09-15Equipment16V571000 Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2012-2017 Ace, 2013 Citation, 2012-2013 Siesta and 2017 Four Winds and Road Bear Rental motorhomes.
Remedy: Thor will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shower curtains with curtains made with fire retardant, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2016. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020.
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2018-01-15Equipment17V758000 Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling various 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers.
Remedy: Thor will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018.
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2018-11-28Visibility18V705000 Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2013 Thor Ace, Daybreak, Challenger, Windsport, Hurricane, Outlaw, Tuscany, and Palazzo motorhomes.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the windshield wiper system is installed correctly, repairing or replacing the wiper system as needed, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V571000 · Equipment
- Recall 17V758000 · Equipment
- Recall 18V705000 · Visibility
FAQ
- Is the 2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.