2017 Thor Motor Coach Windsport
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
- 3
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2017
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 3 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 7 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
2 of 3 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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The rear frame that the trailer hitch is attached to has cracked and trailer hitch began to fail.the hitch metal also cracked and the hitch started to fall down,dropping the front of the trailer.if the trailer hitch dropped of completely,the safety...
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-03-03
Trimark door latch striker (Made of cheap potmetal) broke while refueling. As the vehicle only has one door this tapping occupants inside rv until tools could be located and the door disassembled from the inside.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-01
Visibility/wiper
1 of 3 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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Windshield wiper toggled - right wiper gets stuck under left arm - making wipers stop until physically released- not very good stopping on interstate 80 in the…
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-22
Trailer hitches
1 of 3 total reports mentions: trailer hitches.
Equipment
1 of 3 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing recreational vehicle/trailer.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2017-05-22Equipment, trailer hitches17V239000 Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017 Ace, Hurricane, and Windsport motorhomes. The weight rating labels for the tow hitches on these vehicles indicate a 10,000lb weight capacity when the actual hitch capacity is 8,000lbs.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners and provide them corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2017. Owner's may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020.
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2017-11-15Equipment17V634000 Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Challenger, Axis, Chateau, Four Winds, Hurricane, Miramar, Palazzo, Tuscany, Vegas, Venetian, and Windsport motorhomes.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners and send them corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on November 15, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000147.
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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
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2024-08-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2026-01-16 Trailer Hitch Receiver Structure May Crack and Separate
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Thor Motor Coach Windsport — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 1 report on file for this year.
- Trailer hitches: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17V239000 · Equipment, trailer hitches
- Recall 17V634000 · Equipment
- Recall 17V758000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2017 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 2017 Thor Motor Coach Windsport?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Windsport have?
- 3 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.