2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA
The 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Thor Motor Coach for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Structurebody (1 complaint), Unknown Or Other (1 complaint), and Visibilitywiper (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA, potentially affecting up to 7,251 vehicles.
Recall 20V418000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
| 2,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Aria, Venetian and Tuscany, 2017 Tuscany XTE and 2017-2019 Palazzo motorhomes vehicles that received an inspection-only remedy for recall 18V-763. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
Consequence: Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 6, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000196.
View full details →Recall 20V418000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
| 2,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Aria, Venetian and Tuscany, 2017 Tuscany XTE and 2017-2019 Palazzo motorhomes vehicles that received an inspection-only remedy for recall 18V-763. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
Consequence: Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 6, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000196.
View full details →Recall 20V418000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 2,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Aria, Venetian and Tuscany, 2017 Tuscany XTE and 2017-2019 Palazzo motorhomes vehicles that received an inspection-only remedy for recall 18V-763. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
Consequence: Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 6, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000196.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
LOWER COMPARTMENT ( BASEMENT) BAY FLOORS ARE ROTTING DUE TO MOISTURE INFILTRATION FROM THE ROAD WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN. THE FLOORS ARE BULGING UNDERNEATH AND PRESENT A ROAD HAZARD IF STORED CARGO IS THROWN TO THE ROAD ENDANGERING OTHER MOTORISTS. THOR IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM AND DOES NOTHING TO RECTIFY THE SITUATION.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 THOR ARIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S SIDE VIEW MIRRORS WERE DETACHING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER (TRAVEL TRAILER CENTER INC, 1001 LITTLE KANAWAH RIVER RD, PARKSERBURG, WEST VIRGINIA; 304-428-8203) WHO REPLACED THE SCREWS AND BOLTS USED TO ATTACH THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS TO A SIZE BETTER EQUIPPED TO HOLD THE WEIGHT OF THE MIRRORS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2.500. *LN CONSUMER STATED ALL THE BOLTS AND SCREWS WERE LOOSE FROM THE MIRROR, DEALER REINSTALLED BOTH MIRRORS . UPDATED 7/31/18*JB
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 THOR ARIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S SIDE VIEW MIRRORS WERE DETACHING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER (TRAVEL TRAILER CENTER INC, 1001 LITTLE KANAWAH RIVER RD, PARKSERBURG, WEST VIRGINIA; 304-428-8203) WHO REPLACED THE SCREWS AND BOLTS USED TO ATTACH THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS TO A SIZE BETTER EQUIPPED TO HOLD THE WEIGHT OF THE MIRRORS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2.500. *LN CONSUMER STATED ALL THE BOLTS AND SCREWS WERE LOOSE FROM THE MIRROR, DEALER REINSTALLED BOTH MIRRORS . UPDATED 7/31/18*JB
Safety Rating for the 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA
Thor Motor Coach has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TSB 17-01 040517 — EQUIPMENT
(17-01 Aria Heat Run). Please see the attached repair instructions.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA
- 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA (current)
- 2018 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA — 2 complaints
- 2019 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA — 3 complaints
- 2020 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA — 2 complaints
- 2021 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA — 1 complaint
- 2022 THOR MOTOR COACH ARIA — 3 complaints
Other THOR MOTOR COACH Models
- THOR MOTOR COACH HURRICANE — 63 total complaints
- THOR MOTOR COACH PALAZZO — 55 total complaints
- THOR MOTOR COACH WINDSPORT — 55 total complaints
- THOR MOTOR COACH A.C.E. — 50 total complaints
- THOR MOTOR COACH CHALLENGER — 43 total complaints
- THOR MOTOR COACH MIRAMAR — 39 total complaints
- THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — 34 total complaints
- THOR MOTOR COACH FOUR WINDS — 31 total complaints