2020 Thor Motor Coach Omni Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 15, 2021 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Omni years
Not enough data 1st of 6 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Thor Motor Coach Omni. That is the most of any Omni model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 725 miles. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2020 Thor Motor Coach Omni problems

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

Electrical System1 · ~725 mi
Equipment1
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~725 mi
Structure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System133%725——
Equipment133%———
Fuel/propulsion System133%725——
Structure133%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2021, with 2 complaints
2019: 1201912021: 220212

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2020 Thor Motor Coach Omni recalls (5)

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

Seats:front assembly:reclinerNov 1, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V786000 · 229 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Magnitude and Omni motorhomes. The seat recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."

Risk: Improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Ford has notified TMC owners, and Ford dealers will inspect the seat structures and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000178.

EquipmentAug 1, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V566000 · 181 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Omni and Magnitude motorhomes. The battery tray may be improperly welded to the chassis frame, allowing the battery tray to detach from the chassis.

Risk: If the battery tray detaches from the chassis, the battery may discharge, causing the vehicle to stall and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: TMC has notified owners, and dealers will weld on an additional support to the battery tray, free of charge. The recall began August 8, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000171.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailerJun 30, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V504000 · 1,554 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Challenger, Miramar, Magnitude, Outlaw, Omni, and Palazzo motorhomes. The vehicle control system software may cause the slide-out room to move unexpectedly.

Risk: Unexpected movement of the slide-out room can increase the risk of a injury.

Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will update the affected software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 28, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000170.

Electrical system:wiringJun 5, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V417000 · 81 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Magnitude, Omni motorhomes, models BB35 and BH35. Wires located in the electrical junction box may move around and contact an extra screw that was errantly installed.

Risk: Contact with the screw may result in the wiring insulation being damaged, increasing the risk of an electrical short circuit and a fire.

Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the junction box and remove the extra screw, and repair any damaged wiring, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 15, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000169.

Visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:interiorMar 27, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V240000 · 110 vehicles

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.

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 on the Thor Forum I noticed a topic on the Omni/Magnatude motorhome of a recall on the propane line passing through the left rear leaf spring, mine was not listed in the recall but wanted to check and make sure that my propane hose did not pass through that area, it did not. This RV has used…

Equipment · received Dec 15, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11443948

On the Thor forum noticed others with an Omni/Magnatude complaining of the front cap overhead bunk are coming loose from the coach, inspected mine and had the same issue going on, screws pushing out through the molding and my front cap also bounced a lot and rattled and heard loud popping noises…

Structure · received Dec 15, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11443950

Water leaks migrating into chassis electrical system and a mold creating hazard. Fuel fill system leaks possibly into coach area with the potential of a fire hazard. Fuel fill when stationary. Water leak when parked or moving.

Electrical System · received Jul 24, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11234462

Other Thor Motor Coach Omni years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2024 Omni01
2023 Omni12
2022 Omni11
2021 Omni22
202035
2019 Omni05

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Thor Motor Coach Omni?

Owners most often report electrical system, equipment, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2020 Thor Motor Coach Omni?

Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2020 Thor Motor Coach Omni a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Omni model years, the 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.