NHTSA lists 5 complaints for the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Chateau, 0 of them mention a crash and 2 mention a fire. 1 complaints mention an injury, with 2 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as THOR MOTOR COACH CHATEAU.
Recalls
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6 recalls.
Date: 2020-08-05. Systems: SEAT BELTS, SEATS.
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Daybreak 23DB, 2018-2021 Four Winds 23U, and 2018-2021 Chateau 23U motorhomes. Bolts of the wrong size were used to secure the barrel chair pedestals, allowing the pedestal to separate from the floor in the event of a crash. As such, these motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Se (excerpt)
Consequence: If the pedestal were to separate from the floor during a crash, the seat belt anchorages may fail, increasing the risk of injury. (excerpt)
Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pedestal bolt size, correcting the hardware as necessary, free of charge. This recall began September 14, 2020. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000202. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2019-03-27. Systems: VISIBILITY.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may unintentionally turn in the wrong direction, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2018-10-19. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thor Four Winds, Chateau, and Freedom Elite vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may not have adequate space between the floor and the metal plate on the refrigerator, causing damage to the hose and possibly creating a propane leak.
Consequence: A propane leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will remove a portion of the refrigerator base plate to provide additional clearance for the LP hose, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000162.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-11-22. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Defect: 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 (excerpt)
Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. (excerpt)
Remedy: 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. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-10-09. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Defect: 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 (excerpt)
Consequence: 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. (excerpt)
Remedy: 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. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-08-24. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Defect: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018 Four Winds, Chateau and Freedom Elite recreational vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may sag and become pinched between the frame and the leaf spring u-bolts, potentially damaging the hose and causing a propane leak.
Consequence: A propane fuel leak may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the LP hose routing and install additional P-clamps or relocate the P-clamps to properly secure the hose, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000144.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
4 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 2 |
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| STEERING | 2 |
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10197609
Date: 2021-01-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING.
It has been determined that on certain Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles, the hydraulic power steering return line hoses might detach at their connection points under certain operating conditions, which could cause hydraulic fluid to leak, resulting in the loss of power steering assist. If the hydra
10197610
Date: 2021-01-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING.
Model/Model Year to Add: 2017 Chateau 2017-2018 Chateau Citation 2017 Four Winds 2017-2019 Gemini 2017-2019 Quantum 2017-2019 Four Winds Siesta 2017-2019 Synergy 2018 Compass 2018 Freedom Elite 2021 Sanctuary 2021Tranquility PLEASE NOTE- Due to being unaware that chassis recall notifications we prov
10169044
Date: 2019-12-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
This letter stated that there were no Service Bulletins or Technical Service Bulletins issued for the month of November, 2019.
10124236
Date: 2017-11-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
This letter stated that there was one (1) Service Notification issued for the month of October, 2017.