Thor Motor Coach ACE Problems by Year
NHTSA has 37 owner complaints and 13 safety recalls on file for the Thor Motor Coach ACE, across 13 model years (2011–2023). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Thor Motor Coach ACE years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No ACE model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Thor Motor Coach ACE problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 6 | 0 |
| Structure | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Thor Motor Coach ACE model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 ACE | 1 | 0 | — | Visibility/wiper | |
| 2022 ACE | 3 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2021 ACE | 3 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2020 ACE | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2019 ACE | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2018 ACE | 5 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2017 ACE | 3 | 4 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2016 ACE | 7 | 5 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2015 ACE | 5 | 4 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2014 ACE | 3 | 4 | — | Latches/locks/linkages | |
| 2013 ACE | 3 | 4 | — | Engine | |
| 2012 ACE | 1 | 3 | — | Structure | |
| 2011 ACE | 1 | 2 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Thor Motor Coach ACE years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (7), 2018 (5), 2015 (5). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Thor Motor Coach ACE?
Electrical System, with 10 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Thor Motor Coach ACE have?
13 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.