2018 Thor Motor Coach Chateau Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Chateau years
- Not enough data 1st of 24 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Chateau. That is the most of any Chateau model year in the database (24 years). The most reported problem area is unknown or other (3 complaints, 60%), typically at around 12,400 miles. Complaints mention 2 fires, 2 injuries. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 5safety 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 Chateau 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 60% | 12,400 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 40% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 20% | 12,400 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 20% | 9,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 20% | 1,600 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 20% | 4,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Thor Motor Coach Chateau recalls (5)
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Visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:interior
Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Thor Chateau and Four Winds motorhomes and 2019-2020 Magnitude and Omni motorhomes. The backup camera displays may revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
Risk: If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may unintentionally turn in the wrong direction, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install a harness to install that will prevent the image from inverting, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000168.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:lines and fittings
Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thor Four Winds, Chateau, and Freedom Elite vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may not have adequate space between the floor and the metal plate on the refrigerator, causing damage to the hose and possibly creating a propane leak.
Risk: A propane leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will remove a portion of the refrigerator base plate to provide additional clearance for the LP hose, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000162.
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: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.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:lines and fittings
Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Four Winds, Chateau and Freedom Elite recreational vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may sag and become pinched between the frame and the leaf spring u-bolts, potentially damaging the hose and causing a propane leak.
Risk: A propane fuel leak may increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the LP hose routing and install additional P-clamps or relocate the P-clamps to properly secure the hose, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000144.
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 owned a 2018 Thor Chateau. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 45 MPH, he saw another vehicle encroaching into his lane head-on from the opposite lane. As her husband began to veer the camper to the right side of the roadway, the other vehicle sideswiped the…
On august 12, 2020, i was driving hwy 330 to big bear lake, ca, when a small fire occurred in my 2018 thor chateau. My wife and i first noticed the smell of burning plastic. She investigated the interior of the rv while i searched for a safe turn-out off the highway. She eventually saw smoke…
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 thor chateau rv. The contact stated that the rv was placed in storage for three months. The contact stated that the propane tank leaked propane fuel. The rv was taken to gander rv and outdoors of bartow located at 203 bartow 7400 state rd 60 east, bartow, fl 33830 to be…
Propane gas holes were crashed the body frame. Causing propane gas to empty. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 thor chateau. The contact stated that there was an internal malfunction regarding the high power electric functions running through the vehicle. Upon further inspection under the rear of the mobile home, the contact noticed that there was a main power wire that was not…
Other Thor Motor Coach Chateau years
← 2017 Chateau · 2019 Chateau →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chateau | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 Chateau | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 Chateau | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 Chateau | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 Chateau | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 Chateau | 2 | 2 |
| 2020 Chateau | 0 | 7 |
| 2019 Chateau | 0 | 3 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 |
| 2017 Chateau | 2 | 5 |
| 2016 Chateau | 1 | 4 |
| 2015 Chateau | 2 | 3 |
| 2014 Chateau | 2 | 2 |
| 2013 Chateau | 1 | 2 |
| 2012 Chateau | 0 | 3 |
| 2011 Chateau | 0 | 3 |
| 2010 Chateau | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 Chateau | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 Chateau | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 Chateau | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 Chateau | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 Chateau | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 Chateau | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 Chateau | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Chateau?
Owners most often report unknown or other, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Chateau?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 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 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.