2013 Thor Motor Coach Palazzo
Only 8 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 8 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 |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 8 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
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VISIBILITY THROUGH FRONT STATIONARY PORTION OF DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW IS COMPROMISED DUE TO INTERNAL "FOGGING" OF TWO-PANE GLASS WINDOW. REAR PORTION OF WINDOW SLIDES FORE AND AFT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20201025
THOR USES HEHR DOUBLE-PANE WINDOWS IN MOST OF THEIR PRODUCTS. THE WINDOWS FREQUENTLY SEPARATE, AND THE GLASS PANES CAN FALL-OUT ON THE ROAD, CREATING A HAZARD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200227
2 of 8 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
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BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT LIGHT WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. RECALL DOES NOT INCLUDE MY VIN NUMBER. HOWEVER, RECALL INCLUDES MY MANUFACTURED DATE OF OCTOBER 2012. CAMPAIGN NUMBER FL-634.*DT*JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20180221
A FRIEND ON AN RV TOUR LET ME KNOW THAT MY RUNNING LIGHTS ON THE SIDE OF THE RV BLINK ON THE RIGHT SIDE WHEN YOU TURN ON THE LEFT TURN SIGNAL AND ON THE LEFT SIDE WHEN YOU TURN ON RIGHT TURN SIGNAL, THEY ARE WIRED IN REVERSE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150130
1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires.
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2013 THOR PALAZZO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE WATER LINE ISSUES AND PROBLEMS WITH TIRES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE RV WAS DELIVERED TO HIM WITH OUT OF ROUND.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130610
1 of 8 total reports mentions: equipment.
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2013 THOR PALAZZO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE WATER LINE ISSUES AND PROBLEMS WITH TIRES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE RV WAS DELIVERED TO HIM WITH OUT OF ROUND.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130610
SAFETY TIMELINE
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2011 through 2013 Tuscany, Astoria, Ultrasport, Montecito, and Palazzo recreational vehicles manufactured from May 17, 2010, through October 30,
Remedy: Daimler Trucks (DTNA) will notify owners on behalf of Thor, and Freightliner dealers will inspect the diode jumpers to make sure they are fully locked in place and will correct the vehicles as needed.
Campaign 12V574000 — check if this car was fixed
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Challenger, Four Winds 5000, Hurricane, Chateau, Chateau Sport, and Windsport; model year 2013 Palazzo and Four Winds Siesta and model year 2
Remedy: Thor Motor Coach will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with a design that is not subject to an out-of-sequence installation error. The recall began during May 2013. O
Campaign 13V164000 — 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
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.
Campaign 18V705000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 Thor Motor Coach Palazzo — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 12V574000 (electrical system, exterior lighting, vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V164000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V758000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V705000 (visibility) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2013 Thor Motor Coach Palazzo 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 Palazzo?
The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Thor Motor Coach Palazzo 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.