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2018 Thor Motor Coach Windsport

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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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 Jan 15, 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 Feb 24, 2023
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 6 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Windsport, most frequently naming the body & structure, electrical and exterior lighting categories. 5 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 2 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 & structure120.0%
  • Electrical120.0%
  • Exterior lighting120.0%
  • Suspension120.0%
  • Visibility120.0%

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
23V121000

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; STRUCTURE

Feb 24, 2023
1,836 units potentially affected
The defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Hurricane and Windsport recreational vehicles. The driver and front passenger overhead cabinets may detach.
The risk: Overhead cabinets that detach while the vehicle is in motion can fall onto seat occupants, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the overhead cabinets, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2023. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000290.
Thor Motor CoachManufacturer number RC000290View on NHTSA.gov
20V804000

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER

Dec 21, 2020
940 units potentially affected
The defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes. The overhead cabinets located above the driver and front passenger seats may detach and fall onto the seat occupants, possibly causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
The risk: A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the overhead cabinets, and reinstall them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000208.
Thor Motor CoachManufacturer number RC000208View 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

Recent owner complaints

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

Visibility
Filed Jan 15, 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Thor Motor Coach Windsport. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving in cold temperatures, the windshield immediately became foggy. The defroster was activated but only the center vents operated as intended, while the far left and right vents failed to work as intended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the OE system had two hoses connecting to the distribution box and A/C, but had no way for air to reach the far right and left vents. The vehicle was repaired by modifying the system to direct the air to all the vents. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.

NHTSA ID
11711174
Incident
Sep 30, 2020
Mileage
2,000 mi
Body & structure
Filed Aug 26, 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Thor Motor Coach Wind sport. The contact stated that while the RV was parked, the contact became aware that the front chassis was fractured. The RV was taken to the dealer where the RV was diagnosed, and it was determined that the front chassis had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 48,900.

NHTSA ID
11610881
Incident
Aug 26, 2024
Mileage
48,900 mi
Electrical
Filed Mar 31, 2021
Fire reported

THE RADIO (AND CAMERA SYSTEM) HAD BEEN ACTING STRANGELY AND MY CIGARETTE OUTLETS STOPPED WORKING WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I STOPPED FOR THE NIGHT AND HAD PARKED AND CONNECTED THE RV TO THE CAMPGROUND POWER. ABOUT 10 MINUTES AFTER PARKING AND HOOKING UP I STARTED TROUBLE SHOOTING THE LOSS OF POWER TO THE CIGARETTE LIGHTERS. I CHECKED THE FUSE AND DID NOT SEE ANY VISIBLE FAILURE OF THE FUSE BUT DECIDED TO TRY A BRAND NEW FUSE JUST IN CASE. AFTER REPLACING THE FUSE FOR THE CIGARETTE LIGHTERS, A FIRE STARTED IN THE AREA OF THE RADIO AND CIGARETTE LIGHTERS. WHILE TRYING TO USE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER TO PUT OUT THE FIRE BY SPRAYING UP FROM UNDER THE DASH, THE RADIO FELL INTO THE DASH. I THEN SPRAYED WHAT WAS LEFT OF THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER INTO THE RADIO OPENING. I WAS UNABLE TO PUT THE FIRE OUT AS I NOTICED A GLOW IN THE DASH STILL TO THE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE RADIO OPENING. AT THAT POINT I EVACUATED THE RV AND CALLED 911. THE RV BURNED DOWN AND IS A TOTAL LOSS.

NHTSA ID
11405729
Incident
Mar 20, 2021
Mileage
47,700 mi
Filed Aug 31, 2020

THERE IS A CABINET MOUNTED ON THE CEILING THAT IS ABOVE THE DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS SIDE THAT HAS NOT BEEN PROPERLY SECURED. THERE ARE COMPLAINTS AND PICTURES FOUND ON THE FACEBOOK GROUP FOR THOR OWNERS. I DECIDED TO CHECK MINE AND IT WAS LOOSE AND WHEN I OPENED THE DOORS ALL OF THE SCREWS LOCATED ON THE FRONT SIDE HAVE BEEN PULLED DOWN FROM THE CEILING. I HAVE CONTACTED THOR BY EMAIL AND EXPLAINED TO THEM THAT THIS COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT IF IT FELL DOWN WHILE DRIVING.

NHTSA ID
11352353
Incident
Aug 31, 2020
Suspension
Filed Feb 4, 2020

AXEL HANGERS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF MOTOR HOME WERE LOOSE, FOUND THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH THE MOTOR-HOMES VERY UNSAFE WHEN TOWING A CAR OR TRAILER. ON HIGHWAY TRAVELING HAD TO STOP AND GET IT TORQUED TO CONTINUE. *DT*JB

NHTSA ID
11307021
Incident
Jan 10, 2020
Mileage
9,854 mi
Exterior lighting
Filed May 20, 2019

HEADLIGHTS NOT SECURELY FASTENED AND NOT AIMED APPROPRIATELY. TEN FEET AHEAD OF VEHICLE ON LOW BEAMS.

NHTSA ID
11208560
Incident
May 13, 2019
Mileage
1,026 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.

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 Windsport by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2024000—
2023001—
2022511—
2021221—
2020231—
2019131—
2018Viewing650—
2017332—
2016980—
2015770—
2014260—
2013050—
2012040—
2011050—
2010220—
2009020—
2008420—
2007120—
2006020—
2005010—
2004010—
2003010—

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.