2019 Thor Motor Coach Challenger

Defect. Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Challenger, Miramar, Magnitude, Outlaw, Omni, and Palazzo motorhomes. The vehicle control system software may cause the slide-out room to move unexpectedly.

Risk. Unexpected movement of the slide-out room can increase the risk of a injury.

Remedy. TMC will notify owners, and dealers will update the affected software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 28, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000170.

Defect. Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Thor Challenger, Miramar, and Outlaw motorhomes. The motorized windshield roller shade at the driver's seating position may unroll without warning while driving.

Risk. If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy. TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a fastener to ensure the motor will not allow the shade to roll down during while driving. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000165.

The contact owns a Thor Motor Coach Challenger. The contact stated while the RV was parked and covered in the driveway, the contact entered the RV and became aware that the inside of the RV was severely burned. The contact stated that the fire was contained inside of the RV. There was no visible fire damage on the outside of the RV. The contact stated that the fuse panel was completely burned. The insurance company hired a forensic company to inspect the RV however, a thorough inspection was not yet completed. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.