2015 Thor Motor Coach Chateau Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 12, 2021 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Chateau years
Not enough data 2nd of 24 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Thor Motor Coach Chateau. That ranks 2nd out of 24 Chateau model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (1 complaints, 50%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2015 Thor Motor Coach Chateau problems

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

Structure1
Wheels1 · ~4,400 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure150%———
Wheels150%4,400——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2016, with 1 complaints
2016: 1201612021: 120211

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 Thor Motor Coach Chateau recalls (3)

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

EquipmentNov 22, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V758000 · 110,400 vehicles

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/trailerJan 8, 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V004000 · 154 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Challenger, Four Winds 5000, Hurricane, Miramar, Chateau Citation, Chateau, Windsport, and Palazzo motorhomes manufactured April 24, 2014, to December 11, 2014, and equipped with certain Latitude awnings manufactured by Carefree of Colorado. The affected awnings may have screws that attach the lateral arm brackets to the mounting brackets that were not manufactured to specification.

Risk: The screws could fail, causing the supporting bracket to fail, and the awning to fall and potentially strike and injure a person beneath it.

Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the defective screws, free of charge. The recall began January 23, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000097.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailerNov 3, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V695000 · 215 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2015 Four Winds 5000, Hurricane, Miramar, Chateau Citation, Chateau, Four Winds Siesta, Windsport, and Freedom Elite motorhomes manufactured August 7, 2014, to October 17, 2014. The affected motorhomes have awnings whose mounting brackets may crack, and the awnings may fall.

Risk: If an awning falls, there is an increased risk of injury to anyone under the awning.

Fix: Thor has notified owners, and dealers will replace the defective mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2014. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's number for this recall is RC000095.

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.

2015 THOR, SK35 Super C Motorhome. Front cap over cab of chassis has defective hardware holding the front nose cap to the rear section of the main coach box. Screws are to small and break after just a few thousand miles. When the cap separates it causes vibrations and leaks to the Ford F 550…

Structure · received Aug 12, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11428777

Thick hard plastic panels in front wheels are in contact with the tires resulting in tire wear and creating a safety hazard of possible tire failure. Pictures attached.

Wheels · received Apr 13, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10855215

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Thor Motor Coach Chateau?

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

Was there a recall on the 2015 Thor Motor Coach Chateau?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2015 Thor Motor Coach Chateau a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Chateau model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.