2020 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 20, 2024 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Outlaw years
Not enough data 2nd of 20 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw. That ranks 2nd out of 20 Outlaw model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (3 complaints, 75%). Complaints mention 1 crash. 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 2020 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw problems

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

Structure3
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure375%———
Unknown or Other125%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2022, with 2 complaints
2021: 1202112022: 2202222024: 120241

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2020 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw recalls (3)

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

Visibility:glass, side/rearJun 9, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V339000 · 71 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 ACE, 2021 Four Winds and 2020 Gemini, Axis, Compass, Delano, Windsport, Hurricane, Outlaw, and Vegas motorhomes. The adhesive bond between the glass and the metal hinge frame of the frameless windows may fail which would then allow the glass to detach and fall out.

Risk: If the window glass detaches while the vehicle is moving it could become a projectile, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the frameless windows for proper adhesive bond strength, replacing the windows as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000192.

Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cablesAug 20, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V609000 · 1,941 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2020 Chateau, Daybreak, Four Winds, Freedom Elite, Majestic, Outlaw and Quantum motorhomes. The battery cables may loosen on the battery isolation manager (BIM) or battery isolation relay (BIR), causing premature BIN/BIR failure or electrical arcing.

Risk: The loose connection can causing arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will install lock washers to properly secure the battery cable to the BIM/BIR. If the cable was loose, dealers will also replace the BIM/BIR, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2019. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000172.

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.

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.

There is a recall on the windows. I received the notice from NHTSA in Jan of 2023. I have been trying to get Thor to perform the repair for 14 months, without success. The windows "could" fall off. In fact, one of my windows did fly off on the freeway and go through the windshield of a passenger…

Structure · received Mar 20, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11578472

The double pane windows on the sides of the motorhome separate which allows the window pane to fall off into the road while traveling. This pane of glass falling out at highway speeds could cause serious harm to other travelers and vehicles.

Structure · received Dec 14, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11497369

Hello We took the RV on our trip in Nov 2021 and noticed cold air entering the cabin near the driver and passenger feet. After pulling the 45degress trim that covers sits between the floor and wall I noticed that is a gap and I could see the road. Upon further investigation it looks like the side…

Structure · received Apr 14, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11460748

Frameless Window fell off during a trip, the window glue probably failed. We are not sure when it happened, I hope no one got injured on the highway.

Unknown or Other · received Jul 2, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11423218

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Frequently asked questions

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

Owners most often report structure, unknown or other problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 3 complaints.

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

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

Was the 2020 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw a good year?

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