2012 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 | 1 |
| 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.
1 of 3 total reports mentions: wheels.
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DRIVING 63 MPH ON HWY 99 NORTH OF MADERA, CA IN 2012 32' CLASS A RV WHEN RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW/TREAD SEPARATED. CONTINENTAL HSR WITH 20,300 MILES WHICH WAS ALWAYS COVERED WHEN PARKED AND PROPER 95 PSI AIR PRESSURE ALWAYS MAINTAINED/CHECKED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160811
1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 THOR HURRICANE RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A STRONG ODOR OF HYDRAULIC FLUID EMITTED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT LATER NOTICED THAT THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM WAS LEAKING FLUID.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140306
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
2012 THOR HURRICANE MOTOR COACH. INSURANCE COMPANY WRITES IN REGARDS TO A FIRE THAT IGNITED NEAR THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING *TGW THE UNIT WAS TOTALLY DESTROYED BY THE FIRE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120802
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 (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
2012 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling 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 17V758000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2012 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 2012 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane?
The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.