2015 Thor Motor Coach Windsport problems: recalls, complaints and what to check
NHTSA has 2 recalls and 7 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Thor Motor Coach Windsport. Here is what they are, what a technician checks for each kind of fault, and how to look one over before you buy it.
Other: 2 recalls, 1 complaint
Recall 15V745000 (10/11/2015): EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
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 Siesta, 2014-2015 Thor Miramar, 2012 Thor Four Winds, 2008-2011 Damon Astoria, Damon Daybreak, Damon Outlaw, Damon Tuscany, 2008-2012, Damon Challenger, 2008-2010 Damon Essence, 2009-2011 Damon Avanti, Four Winds Chateau, Four Winds Citation, Four Winds Four Winds, Four Winds Hurricane, Four Winds Siesta, Four Winds Windsport, 2009-2010 Four Winds Dorado, Four Winds Dutchmen, Four Winds Magellan, Four Winds Mandalay and 2009 Four Winds Fun Mover, and Four Winds Presidio motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to
Fix: 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. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is RC000111.
Recall 17V758000 (22/11/2017): EQUIPMENT
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
Fix: 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.
Doors, windows, steps and lights: 3 complaints
What a tech checks: Mostly adjustments and wear: steps that stop halfway on a bad switch, doors out of alignment after a slide shifted, exterior lights with a corroded ground. Before you buy: Every door, lock, window and light.
Tires: 2 complaints
What a tech checks: Age, load range and pressure. RV tires age out before they wear out, and an underrated tire on a heavy trailer is a blowout waiting to happen. Before you buy: Read the DOT date and the load range on the sidewall.
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Axles, brakes, suspension and hitch: 1 complaint
What a tech checks: Bearings, brake magnets, worn shackle bolts and bent axles. A trailer that wears tires on the inside edge or pulls to one side usually has an axle or suspension problem. Before you buy: Bolts tight, springs not flat, brakes apply with the breakaway pin pulled.
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Motorhome chassis: 1 complaint
What a tech checks: The chassis (Ford, Freightliner, Mercedes, Ram) is serviced by the chassis maker's dealer, not the RV shop. RV techs handle the house, not the drivetrain. Before you buy: Chassis recalls are fixed free at the chassis maker's dealer.
12 volt and 120 volt electrical: 1 complaint
What a tech checks: Voltage drop, grounds, the converter and the transfer switch. Melted shore-cord plugs and bad grounds cause most of the electrical complaints techs actually see. Before you buy: Battery at rest, converter output on shore power, GFCI test, every outlet.
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What owners reported to NHTSA
08/12/2016, VISIBILITY/WIPER: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 THOR WINDSPORT. WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN AT 60 MPH, THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM FAILED AND CAUSED THE WIPERS TO BECOME ENTANGLED. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED BY A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO STATED THERE WAS A DESIGN FLAW AND THE WIPERS WERE MISSING A STOPPING MECHANISM THAT PREVENTED THEM FROM OVEREXTENDING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FA
07/29/2015, SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: BED OVER CAB COMES DOWN ON IT"S OWN ELECTRIC JACKS COME ON WHILE DRIVING,FRONT WHEELS MAKE LOUD NOISE ALL THE TIME. ALL THIS AND ONLY 2 WEEKS OLD.GOT IT 7/16/15
07/25/2026, TIRES: On [XXX] I bought an RV from Camping World in CO. At the time of purchase, I was not informed that any of the tires installed on the vehicle were retread tires, nor was I told that a retread tire size 245/70R19.5 had been installed on the front steering axle of a passenger vehicle. On [XXX], while traveling from Arizona back to Colorado, the front passenger-side tire suffered a catastrophic failure when the tread sep
07/25/2026, TIRES: On [XXX] I bought an RV from Camping World in CO. At the time of purchase I was not informed that any of the tires installed on the vehicle were retread tires, nor was I advised that a retread tire 245/70R19.5 had been installed on the front steering axle of a passenger vehicle. On [XXX] while traveling from Arizona back to Colorado the front passenger-side tire suffered a catastrophic failure when the tread separate
07/03/2019, VISIBILITY/WIPER: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 THOR WINDSPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILED TO OPERATE. GENERAL RV CENTER (14000 AUTOMALL DR, HUNTLEY, IL 60142, (847) 669-5570) AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 27,000. *TR*JB
02/10/2023, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES: The contact owns a 2015 Thor Windsport RV. The contact stated while attempting to open the door, the door failed to unlock. The contact was able to open a window of the RV, and then was able to unlock the door from the inside. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 8,000.
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Checked against NHTSA 2026-10-23. Recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer. Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA and are not verified.