2022 Thor Motor Coach Scope Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 1, 2026 · 12 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Scope years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 4 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Thor Motor Coach Scope. That is the most of any Scope model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is equipment (8 complaints, 67%), typically at around 10,000 miles. There are 6 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2022 Thor Motor Coach Scope problems

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

Equipment8 · ~10,000 mi
Unknown or Other4
Electrical System1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Latches/locks/linkages1
Seat Belts1
Seats1
Structure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Equipment867%10,000——
Unknown or Other433%———
Electrical System18%———
Fuel System, Gasoline18%———
Latches/locks/linkages18%———
Seat Belts18%———
Seats18%———
Structure18%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 4 complaints
2021: 1202112022: 2202222023: 4202342024: 3202432025: 1202512026: 120261

n = 12 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Thor Motor Coach Scope recalls (6)

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

Equipment:electrical:accessory generator:solar panelNov 10, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V759000 · 2,295 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Thor Rize and Scope motorhomes. The solar panel frame may fracture around the mounting bolts, allowing the panel to detach from the vehicle.

Risk: A detached solar panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the lower bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2024. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000298.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsApr 21, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V285000 · 2,919 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sequence, 2021-2024 Rize, Scope, Tellaro, 2023-2024 Dazzle, and Twist motorhomes, equipped with certain Cummins Onan QG 2800i generator sets. The fuel hose between the inline fuel filter and the injection pump module (IPM) may have inadequate clamp force, possibly resulting in a gasoline leak.

Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel hose and clamps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000294.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailerFeb 10, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V068000 · 1,557 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Rize and Scope camper vans. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.

Risk: An awning extending unintentionally during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install an additional ignition cutoff wire harness at the BT12 module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2023. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000289.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:lines and fittingsMay 5, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V300000 · 3,374 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2022 Scope, Tellaro, Sanctuary, Delano, Sequence, Tranquility, Rize, Synergy, Quantum, Magnitude, Geneva, Compass, Chateau, Four Winds, and 2022-2023 Tiburon, and Gemini vehicles. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.

Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the quick disconnect fittings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2022. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:lines and fittingsSep 28, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V755000 · 162 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2022 Scope and Rize motorhomes. The LP gas line may be too short and improperly installed, creating an excessive bend in the line which could rupture and leak.

Risk: A gas leak increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the LP gas line and reroute it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 23, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000243.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer; electrical system:wiringMay 26, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V396000 · 53 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2022 Rize, Scope, Sequence, and Tellaro vehicles. The Flex-190 Solar Panel junction box may short.

Risk: An electrical short can cause the junction box to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will install a new solar panel and junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000226.

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 owns a 2021 Ram Promaster 1500. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the awning unexpectedly opened and extended. The contact cut and removed the awning.

Structure · received Oct 1, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11768380

This is a Thor Scope RV built on the Promaster 1500 platform. The incident involves the Onan gasoline powered generator, which is directly connected to the fuel tank. Next to the generator in the fuel line, there is a small white inline fuel filter connected by the fuel hose going over a nipple on…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Dec 5, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11703377

Rear exit door on driver side will not open. THOR has placed a cabinet on the side that blocks the emergency exit in case of a kitchen fire. Manufacturer should have reversed the cabinetry or made it where both doors open in case of emergency.

Unknown or Other · received Apr 5, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11581281

Rear passenger seat/couch, had passengers in back, hit bump and had to break…couch came apart as it was held together by two wood screws, once it came apart, seatbelts became useless as they became loose. Metal that holds them is cut in half and in a crash, passengers would go forward into driver.

Seats · received Apr 5, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11581283

I bought this THOR Scope with a recall on the awning. I reported to you that the fuel leaked from line to generator. I also reported all lines, propane/fuel/electrical touching everything sharp. THOR has tried to fix my awning recall 3 times in less than one year. Each time they say they’ve fixed…

Unknown or Other · received Mar 29, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11580034

Other Thor Motor Coach Scope years

← 2021 Scope · 2023 Scope →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2024 Scope13
2023 Scope14
2022126
2021 Scope43

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Thor Motor Coach Scope?

Owners most often report equipment, unknown or other, electrical system problems. The top one, equipment, accounts for 8 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Thor Motor Coach Scope?

Yes, 6 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 Thor Motor Coach Scope a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Scope model years, the 2022 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.