2018 Thor Motor Coach Axis Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Axis years
- Not enough data 5th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Axis. That ranks 5th out of 13 Axis model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility/wiper (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,000 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Thor Motor Coach Axis 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 100% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 50% | 2,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2018 Thor Motor Coach Axis recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
Exterior lighting
Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Ace, Axis, Hurricane, Windsport, and Vegas motorhomes. The wiring for the trailer lights may have been inserted into the wrong locations of the trailer lighting socket causing the trailer lights to not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the trailer lights do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Thor has notified owners and dealers will re-wire a new connector, free of charge. The recall began on November 21, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000148.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Challenger, Axis, Chateau, Four Winds, Hurricane, Miramar, Palazzo, Tuscany, Vegas, Venetian, and Windsport motorhomes. The cargo carrying capacity (CCC) label on these vehicles may indicate an incorrect water capacity for the water heater/fresh water tank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Tires and Rims for Motor vehicles over 10,000lbs."
Risk: If the water capacity information is incorrect and it causes the vehicle to be over loaded, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: TMC will notify owners and send them corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on November 15, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000147.
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.
2018 thor axis. Consumer writes in regards to defective windshield wipers. *ld the consumer stated the wiper on the driver side was not long enough to cover the proper distance across the windshield. The post on the either side of the windshield obstructs the driver's view when turning. *js
Motorhome was delivered with the driver side (ds) only raising to approx 45*, center of driver's view. Dealer did not have a fix. Any adjustment to raise the arm cause the arms to collide and jam. Very dangerous condition and common to the axis/vegas line by reader responses in online forum. *as *tr
Other Thor Motor Coach Axis years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Axis | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 Axis | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Axis | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 Axis | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 Axis | 3 | 1 |
| 2021 Axis | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 Axis | 1 | 4 |
| 2019 Axis | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 | 2 | 3 |
| 2017 Axis | 4 | 2 |
| 2016 Axis | 4 | 2 |
| 2015 Axis | 3 | 3 |
| 2014 Axis | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Axis?
Owners most often report visibility/wiper, structure problems. The top one, visibility/wiper, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Axis?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Axis a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Axis model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.