2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 4 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 3 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing linkages and windshield.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 THOR HURRICANE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AWNING MATERIAL WAS DEFECTIVE. THE AWNING FABRIC RIPPED AND THE SLIDE OUT RELEASED INDEPENDENTLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140909
Also filed under STRUCTURE and BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure.
1 of 3 total reports mentions: interior lighting.
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A COUPLE OF CARDBOARD STORAGE BOXES WERE STORED IN AN EXTERIOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT OF OUR RV AND THE STORAGE LIGHT WAS NOT TURNED ON.
NHTSA ODI report, 20111011
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 of 3 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing slide-in camper.
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
SAFETY TIMELINE
THOR MOTOR COACH (TMC) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 WINDSPORT AND HURRICANE MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 3, 2010, THROUGH AUGUST 18, 2011. ON THESE VEHICLES, THE EXHAUST SYSTEM
Remedy: TMC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL A HEAT SHIELD TO PROTECT THE STORAGE COMPARTMENT FROM THE HEAT GENERATED BY THE EXHAUST. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RE
Campaign 11V459000 — check if this car was fixed
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Windsport, model year 2006-2010 Magellan, model year 2007-2013 Hurricane, model year 2009-2013 Serrano and model year 2011-2013 A.C.E
Remedy: Thor will notify owners, and dealers will rewire the BCC free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2013. Customers may contact Thor at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's recall campaign number is RC000077.
Campaign 13V265000 — check if this car was fixed
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Thor Challenger, Thor Citation, Thor Hurricane, Thor Tuscany, Thor Windsport, 2011-2012 Thor Astoria, Thor Avanti, Thor Chateau, 2011-2014 Thor Daybreak, 2011-2015 Thor Outlaw, Thor...
Remedy: Thor will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism and replace all of the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2016.
Campaign 15V745000 — check if this car was fixed
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Hurricane, and 2011 Serrano and Windsport motorhomes.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Iota ITS-50R transfer switch with a transfer switch from another manufacturer, free of charge. The recall began on September 7, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020.
Campaign 17V544000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 17V758000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for interior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V459000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V265000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V745000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V544000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V758000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane 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 2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.