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2014 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

Data refreshed

Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Latest Apr 17, 2026
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Nov 22, 2017
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 4 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2014 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw, most frequently naming the body & structure, electrical and other / unspecified categories. 5 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 3 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Body & structure233.3%
  • Electrical116.7%
  • Other / unspecified116.7%
  • Tires & wheels116.7%
  • Visibility116.7%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

5 campaigns cover this model year

View all 5

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
17V758000

EQUIPMENT

Nov 22, 2017
110,400 units potentially affected
The defect: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling various 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V758-5764.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
The risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The 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. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Thor Motor CoachView on NHTSA.gov
17V555000

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Sep 7, 2017
1,105 units potentially affected
The defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Ace, Challenger, Daybreak, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, Windsport, Palazzo, Tuscany, and Tuscany XTE motorhomes. The windshield wipers may fail due to the system being incorrectly installed or secured.
The risk: If the windshield wipers cannot be used, driver visibility would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000146. Note: Although some of the vehicles included in this recall have previously been remedied under recalls 17V-096 or 17V-162, the vehicles may need additional repairs under this campaign.
Thor Motor CoachManufacturer number RC000146View on NHTSA.gov
17V162000

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Mar 13, 2017
8,617 units potentially affected
The defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2015 ACE, Hurricane, Challenger, Daybreak, Miramar, Outlaw, and Windsport motorhomes. These vehicles have windshield wiper systems that may have been improperly installed and secured, possibly causing the wipers to fail during use.
The risk: Failure of the windshield wipers may impair the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Thor Motor CoachView on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Body & structure
Filed Apr 17, 2026

I have the same issue in my 2014 Outlaw that was identified with the 2017 model year that was covered under the recall, "2017 THOR OUTLAW Recall - Campaign #21V845000". I had the external compartment outer door skin separate from the motorhome while driving.

NHTSA ID
11731904
Incident
Jun 27, 2025
Other / unspecifiedTires & wheels
Filed Dec 4, 2016

MICHELIN 255/80R22.5 TIRES AT 10,399 MILES HAD A SIDE WALL BELT BREAK ON THE OUTSIDE REAR PASSENGER TIRE. WHILE SITTING ON THE SIDE OF I-75 FOR 4.5 HOURS NOTICED THAT STEER TIRES WERE SEVERELY WORN. AFTER CONTACTING MANY DIFFERENT MOBILE REPAIR COMPANIES, NO ONE COULD GET THE TIRE SIZE WE NEEDED. FINALLY FOUND ONE THAT WAS WILLING TO GO TO ANOTHER COMPANY AND BUY ONE, COME OUT TO US AND CHANGE THE TIRE FOR A COST OF $675.00 FOR THE TIRE ALONE PLUS ANOTHER $315.50 FOR CHANGING THE TIRE. THERE WERE NO TIRES AVAILABLE SO WE DROVE ANOTHER 842 MILES TO OUR DESTINATION. AT EACH STOP WE CHECKED THE TIRES. WHEN RUBBING THE TIRES WITH OUR HANDS, THE RUBBER ON THE SURFACE RUBBED OFF LEAVING PILES OF RUBBER SHAVINGS. BY THE TIME WE REACHED OUR DESTINATION THE FRONT TIRES ARE DOWN BELOW THE WEAR BARS. THE TIRES WERE MANUFACTURED IN 2013 AND ARE STILL UNDER WARRANTY. WE WAITED OVER A MONTH BEFORE AN APPROVED MICHELIN DEALER COULD GET THE PROPER SIZE TIRES AND INSPECT THE BAD TIRES. MICHELIN SOLD US A REPLACEMENT TIRE FOR $27.73 PLUS TAX TO COVER THE BLOWN OUT TIRE, BUT WOULD NOT COVER THE $675.00 WE PAID FOR THE BLOW OUT REPLACEMENT. MICHELIN WOULD NOT HELP IN ANYWAY WITH THE STEER TIRES THAT ARE WORN OUT AFTER 11,241 MILES. MICHELIN STATED TO US THAT THEY DO NOT COVER WEAR ON THEIR TIRES EVEN THROUGH THESE TIRES ONLY HAVE 11,241 MILES ON THEM AND THEY ARE COMPLETELY WORN OUT BECAUSE THE RUBBER RUBS OFF. *TR

NHTSA ID
10929824
Incident
Sep 23, 2016
Mileage
10,399 mi
Body & structureVisibility
Filed Sep 27, 2016

WINDSHIELD IS FALLING OUT. MANUFACTURER IS NOT BEING RESPONSIVE TO A CRITICAL SAFETY ITEM THAT COULD CAUSE DEATH.

NHTSA ID
10910035
Incident
Sep 26, 2016
Mileage
20,000 mi
Electrical
Filed Oct 9, 2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 THOR DAMON (NA) OUTLAW RECREATIONAL VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RADIO SHORTED OUT, THE ELECTRIC SHADES WOULD NOT GO UP AND DOWN WITH THE CONTROL BUTTON, AND THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR FRAME WAS DETERIORATING ON THE OUTSIDE. IN ADDITION, THE FLOOR WAS SEPARATING TO THE POINT THAT THE CONTACT COULD SEE THROUGH THE FLOOR. THE MANUFACTURER REFERRED THE CONTACT TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE CONTACT HAD EXTENSIVE DOCUMENTATION PERTAINING TO THE ELECTRICAL REPAIRS. THE RADIO WAS REPLACED AND THE BARE WIRING WAS REPLACED, WHICH WAS DETERIORATING IN THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURES RECURRED. FURTHERMORE, THE AWNING WOULD NOT RETRACT AND DETRACT INTERMITTENTLY UPON PRESSING THE CONTROL BUTTON. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 300.

NHTSA ID
10643576
Incident
Sep 26, 2013
Mileage
300 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

LTR 120519

EQUIPMENT

This letter stated that there were no Service Bulletins or Technical Service Bulletins issued for the month of November, 2019.

LTR 110317

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This letter stated that there was one (1) Service Notification issued for the month of October, 2017.

TIB 14-006 04161

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

THE BULLETIN PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPERLY PLACE THE GARAGE SOFA STRAP BRACKETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM PULLING OUT AND THE SOFA TO OPEN.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Thor Motor Coach Outlaw by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026010—
2025020—
2024010—
2023010—
2022100—
2021210—
2020430—
2019261—
2018761—
2017350—
2016101—
2015150—
2014Viewing450—
2013030—
2012120—
2011020—
2010020—
2009020—
2008020—
2007010—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.