2018 Thor Motor Coach Vegas Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 15, 2023 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Vegas years
Not enough data 1st of 12 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Vegas. That is the most of any Vegas model year in the database (12 years). The most reported problem area is visibility/wiper (2 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 2018 Thor Motor Coach Vegas problems

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

Visibility/wiper2
Electrical System1
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Visibility/wiper250%———
Electrical System125%———
Unknown or Other125%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2019, with 2 complaints
2019: 2201922022: 1202212023: 120231

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2018 Thor Motor Coach Vegas 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.

Exterior lightingNov 2, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V692000 · 36 vehicles

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Ace, Axis, Hurricane, Windsport, and Vegas motorhomes. The wiring for the trailer lights may have been inserted into the wrong locations of the trailer lighting socket causing the trailer lights to not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: If the trailer lights do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Thor has notified owners and dealers will re-wire a new connector, free of charge. The recall began on November 21, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000148.

Equipment:other:labelsOct 9, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V634000 · 507 vehicles

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.

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.

Driver side wiper sweep angle does not fully clear the field of view.

Visibility/wiper · received Nov 15, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11555326

1. Problem: main power (connect) switch doesn’t communicate It shows there is power to the coach but IT DOES NOT SHOW whether or not the main power is connected to the chassis (motor) battery. I have been stranded with a dead chassis battery because of Thor’s neglect to use a communicative…

Electrical System · received Feb 19, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11452979

Driver's side windshield wiper does not clear the driver's field of view. The wiper only comes to about the 2 o'clock position leaving a large portion of the left front of the vehicle obscured. This problem has been reported to thor motor coach by owners of the vegas and axis model motor coaches

Unknown or Other · received May 20, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11208845

Dirver's side windshield wiper does not clear the driver's field of view. The wiper stops at about the 1 o'clock position leaving a large portion of the windshield obscured. Thor motor coach has been contacted on this matter but has yet to provide a reasonable fix or reply.

Visibility/wiper · received Feb 22, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11181785

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Vegas?

Owners most often report visibility/wiper, electrical system, unknown or other problems. The top one, visibility/wiper, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Vegas?

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

Was the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Vegas a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Vegas model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.