2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
2
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW
The 2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER. The most commonly reported problem area is the Tires (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW, potentially affecting up to 123,056 vehicles.
Recall 17V758000 — EQUIPMENT
| 110,400 vehicles affected
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...
Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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...
View full details →Recall 15V745000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
| 12,656 vehicles affected
Defect: 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,...
Consequence: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 THOR OUTLAW MOTOR HOME EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN TIRES, SIZE: 23580R22.5 (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BURST WHILE ADDING AIR. THE TIRE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE TIRE WOULD HAVE TO BE TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE CONTACT TOOK THE TIRE TO THE AUTHORIZED DEALER AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE SIDEWALL DAMAGES COULD NOT BE COVERED THROUGH WARRANTY. THE VIN, TIRE LINE, AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNKNOWN. THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 29,400.
Safety Rating for the 2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW
- 2007 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — 0 complaints
- 2008 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — 0 complaints
- 2009 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — 0 complaints
- 2010 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — 0 complaints
- 2011 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — 0 complaints
- 2012 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW (current)
- 2013 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — 0 complaints
- 2014 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — 5 complaints
- 2015 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — 1 complaint
- 2016 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — 3 complaints
- 2017 THOR MOTOR COACH OUTLAW — 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 FOUR WINDS — 31 total complaints
- THOR MOTOR COACH CHATEAU — 26 total complaints