Is the 2016 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 2016 Thor Motor Coach ACE?

The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Thor Motor Coach ACE have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2016 Thor Motor Coach ACE

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2016 Thor Motor Coach ACE
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:39:45.590Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 7
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2016: 7 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 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Latches/locks/linkages

2 of 7 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 thor ACE (Model 29.4) recreational vehicle. The contact stated that the passenger side rear entry door was unable to be opened from inside or outside the vehicle due to the door latch being fractured.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-17

Structure

1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2015-11-12Power train15V719000 Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ace, Challenger, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, and Windsport vehicles manufactured July 14, 2015, to October 16, 2015.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners on TMC's behalf, and Ford dealers will replace the transmission shift control bracket and adjust the transmission shift cable, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015.

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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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2017-05-05Visibility17V162000 Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2015 ACE, Hurricane, Challenger, Daybreak, Miramar, Outlaw, and Windsport motorhomes.

Remedy: TMC has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wiper arm securing nuts, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867.

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2017-09-27Visibility17V555000 Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Ace, Challenger, Daybreak, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, Windsport, Palazzo, Tuscany, and Tuscany XTE motorhomes.

Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiper system to verify it is installed correctly, repairing or replacing the system as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 27, 2017.

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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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2020-11-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 2024-12-13 Trimark 060-1650 Door Latch Failures

Buy-smart checklist

2016 Thor Motor Coach ACE — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Latches/locks/linkages: 2 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 15V719000 · Power train
Recall 16V571000 · Equipment
Recall 17V162000 · Visibility
Recall 17V555000 · Visibility
Recall 17V758000 · Equipment

FAQ

Is the 2016 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 2016 Thor Motor Coach ACE?: The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Thor Motor Coach ACE have?: 5 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.