2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 1, 2023 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Aria years
Not enough data 5th of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria. That ranks 5th out of 7 Aria model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is equipment (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 37,231 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Equipment1 · ~37,231 mi
Structure1 · ~37,231 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Equipment1100%37,231——
Structure1100%37,231——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria recalls (2)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Tires:valveSep 15, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V559000 · 1,631 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Aria, Palazzo, Tuscany, and Venetian motorhomes built on a Daimler Trucks (DTNA) chassis. The tire valve stem extension for the inner wheel may contact the outer wheel rim opening and become damaged.

Risk: Extensive damage to the valve stem extension may result in a loss of tire pressure of the inner wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: TMC will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect the inner wheel valve stem stabilizers, and adjust as needed and/or replace the inner valve stem, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-800-524-5210 extension 104 or DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. TMC's number for this recall is RC000204. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-861.

Exterior lighting:turn signal; exterior lighting:brake lights; electrical systemJul 20, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V418000 · 2,417 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

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.

The contact owns a 2018 Freightliner XC-R. The contact stated that one of the windows located at the front end of the motorhome had started to delaminate. The contact used silicone to seal the window; however, he noticed that other windows in the motorhome were also experiencing the same failure…

Structure · received Dec 1, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11557848

Other Thor Motor Coach Aria years

← 2017 Aria · 2019 Aria →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2024 Aria10
2022 Aria30
2021 Aria12
2020 Aria24
2019 Aria24
201812
2017 Aria21

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria?

Owners most often report equipment, structure problems. The top one, equipment, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Aria model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.