2016 Thor Motor Coach Windsport
Only 9 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 9 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 | 0 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 4 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 9 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
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PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER SLAMS DOWN UNDERNEATH THE DRIVERS SIDE WIPER CAUSING ALL WIPER ACTION TO CEASE DURING RAINSTORMS. CREATES A DEADLY ISSUE WHILE DRIVING AN 11 TON UNIT DOWN THE ROAD..
NHTSA ODI report, 20160612
2 of 9 total reports mention: suspension.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 THOR WINDSPORT. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND BECAME EXTREMELY UNSTABLE. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT SCREWS IN THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS HAD DISLODGED DUE TO THE SEVERE SHAKING FROM THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160812
2 of 9 total reports mention: power train.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 THOR WINDSPORT. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND BECAME EXTREMELY UNSTABLE. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT SCREWS IN THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS HAD DISLODGED DUE TO THE SEVERE SHAKING FROM THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160812
1 of 9 total reports mentions: structure.
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CPSC: UPON CLIMBING UP I HEARD A NOISE AND DIDNT THINK MUCH OF IT. WHEN I WAS COMING DOWN I HEARD MORE NOISE AND NOTICED THE SCREWS HOLDING THE LADDER TO THE RV WERE COMING OUT. WHEN I GOT TO THE BOTTOM IT WAS WORSE THAN I THOUGHT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180626
1 of 9 total reports mentions: equipment adaptive/mobility.
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CPSC: UPON CLIMBING UP I HEARD A NOISE AND DIDNT THINK MUCH OF IT. WHEN I WAS COMING DOWN I HEARD MORE NOISE AND NOTICED THE SCREWS HOLDING THE LADDER TO THE RV WERE COMING OUT. WHEN I GOT TO THE BOTTOM IT WAS WORSE THAN I THOUGHT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180626
SAFETY TIMELINE
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes manufactured March 10, 2015, to March 24, 2015.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement plate at the co-pilot seat mounting bolt location, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020.
Campaign 15V265000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 15V719000 — check if this car was fixed
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Challenger, Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes manufactured July 31, 2015, to September 9, 2015.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake foot pedal assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000107.
Campaign 15V699000 — 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 model year 2014-2016 Hurricane and Windsport motor homes manufactured January 30, 2013, to March 6, 2015.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield to prevent heat build-up in the storage compartment. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867.
Campaign 16V139000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 17V162000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 17V555000 — 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
2016 Thor Motor Coach Windsport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V265000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V719000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V699000 (parking brake) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V745000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V139000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V162000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V555000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V758000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2016 Thor Motor Coach Windsport 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 Windsport?
The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Thor Motor Coach Windsport have?
8 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.