2015 Thor Motor Coach ACE recalls and problems

The 2015 Thor Motor Coach ACE has 4 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Thor Motor Coach dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
5
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2015 Thor Motor Coach ACE vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2015 Thor Motor Coach ACE recalls

Recall 17V-758: Equipment

Reported Nov 22, 2017 · 110,400 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: 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

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

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.

Recall 17V-555: Visibility

Reported Sep 7, 2017 · 1,105 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: 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.

Risk: If the windshield wipers cannot be used, driver visibility would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 17V-162: Visibility

Reported Mar 13, 2017 · 8,617 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: 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.

Risk: Failure of the windshield wipers may impair the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 16V-571: Equipment

Reported Aug 2, 2016 · 5,633 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2012-2017 Ace, 2013 Citation, 2012-2013 Siesta and 2017 Four Winds and Road Bear Rental motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with shower curtains that may not adequately resist catching fire in the presence of an ignition source. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 302, "Flammability of Interior Materials."

Risk: A flammable shower curtain may further fuel a fire, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Thor will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shower curtains with curtains made with fire retardant, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2016. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-500-1020. Thor's number for this recall is RC000121.

2015 Thor Motor Coach ACE problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure2
Electrical System2
Latches/Locks/Linkages1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body › Door — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 21,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2015 Thor Motor Coach ACE complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Jan 14, 2025
We have been experiencing multiple issues with the electrical system in our RV. There was a serious safety event to took place, where the wiring box under the bed created smoke and we could smell plastic burning. When investigated by my husband, he found that the box under the bed that housed all the wires for the RV had burn marks on the inside of the box and the wires and wire caps had melted. Then we started having issues with the generator not working, and were unable to use the generator. We had to pull the generator and taken it too a generator repair shop and found that the wires inside…
Electrical System · at 21,000 miles · reported Jul 29, 2018
After smelling a burnt smell, I investigated and found burnt and melted wire nuts within the power transfer switch. Numerous same issues are reported on the thor rv blog site. It appears that theh wire nuts commonly used in household construction come loose when used in a moving vehicle.
Structure · at 15,000 miles · reported Sep 5, 2017
The contact owns a 2015 thor motor coach ace. When the contact attempted to open the main entrance door, the latched failed to open and fractured. The contact had to use pliers to get the lock to turn, but failed. The contact mentioned that the door knob was made of cast zinc. He attempted to remove the screw, but the door failed to open. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,000. The VIN was unavailable.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Thor Motor Coach ACE have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Thor Motor Coach ACE: 17V-758 (equipment), 17V-555 (visibility), 17V-162 (visibility), 16V-571 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Thor Motor Coach ACE?

Owners report structure problems most often (2 reports), followed by electrical system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 21,000 miles.

Are Thor Motor Coach recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Thor Motor Coach dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.