2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ACE years
- Not enough data 4th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE. That ranks 4th out of 13 ACE model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 33%). Complaints mention 2 fires. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 33% | 3,800 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 33% | 3,318 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2013 Thor Ace, Daybreak, Challenger, Windsport, Hurricane, Outlaw, Tuscany, and Palazzo motorhomes. The windshield wiper system may have been incorrectly installed, causing the wipers to fail during use, reducing driver visibility.
Risk: A reduction of driver visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the windshield wiper system is installed correctly, repairing or replacing the wiper system as needed, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000161.
Equipment
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.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer
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.
Electrical system
Problem: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Windsport, model year 2006-2010 Magellan, model year 2007-2013 Hurricane, model year 2009-2013 Serrano and model year 2011-2013 A.C.E motorhomes. The motorhomes are equipped with an RV Custom Products Battery Control Center (BCC) which may experience a failure while the motorhome is in motion.
Risk: If the BCC fails, all power may be lost to the motorhome chassis, including all lighting, making the vehicle very difficult to operate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Thor will notify owners, and dealers will rewire the BCC free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2013. Customers may contact Thor at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's recall campaign number is RC000077.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving a 2013 thor ace motor home at 60 mph i heard beeping noise in the drivers area. While trying to figure out the source i discovered the motor home was on fire under the right front. The leveling system had turned on the hydraulic pump and one of the return lines was leaking. The…
I was driving on 8e freeway at 55 mph when i noticed the interior of the motorhome filling with black smoke and the smoke detector started going off. Black smoke was pouring off the back of the motorhome as well. I pulled over to the shoulder and got my wife two grandkids and two dogs out of the…
I am extremely concerned that running gas lines into and then out of an oil cooler that is attached to the front of the radiator at the front of a vehicle is not safe. Any front end collision could cause these new lines and or the oil cooler to break creating the potential for a fire. I am…
Other Thor Motor Coach ACE years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 ACE | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 ACE | 3 | 1 |
| 2021 ACE | 3 | 1 |
| 2020 ACE | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 ACE | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 ACE | 5 | 3 |
| 2017 ACE | 3 | 4 |
| 2016 ACE | 7 | 5 |
| 2015 ACE | 5 | 4 |
| 2014 ACE | 3 | 4 |
| 2013 | 3 | 4 |
| 2012 ACE | 1 | 3 |
| 2011 ACE | 1 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE?
Owners most often report engine, fuel system, gasoline, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 Thor Motor Coach ACE a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ACE model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.