- The problem
- Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017 Challenger, Miramar, and Outlaw motorhomes. The external compartment outer door skin may separate from the motorhome during transit.
- The risk
- A door skin that separates during transit can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the compartment door skin and replace the door as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000247.
Vehicle safety record
2017 Thor Challenger Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2017 Thor Challenger have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2021 for the door.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Challenger year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2017 Thor Challenger recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2017 Thor Challenger yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Thor Challenger: every year compared
All Challenger years2017 Thor Challenger vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Thor Challenger | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 2017 Thor Palazzo | 2 | 4 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2017 Thor Challenger
Does the 2017 Thor Challenger have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Thor Challenger: door (October 2021). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2017 Thor Challenger had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2017 Thor Challenger a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 84 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Thor Challenger year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2017 Thor Challenger has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data