2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria recalls and problems

The 2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Thor Motor Coach dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria recalls

Recall 20V-559: Tires

Reported Sep 15, 2020 · 1,631 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Aria, Palazzo, Tuscany, and Venetian motorhomes built on a Daimler Trucks (DTNA) chassis. The tire valve stem extension for the inner wheel may contact the outer wheel rim opening and become damaged.

Risk: Extensive damage to the valve stem extension may result in a loss of tire pressure of the inner wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: TMC will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect the inner wheel valve stem stabilizers, and adjust as needed and/or replace the inner valve stem, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-800-524-5210 extension 104 or DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. TMC's number for this recall is RC000204. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-861.

Recall 20V-418: Exterior Lighting, Electrical System

Reported Jul 20, 2020 · 2,417 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Aria, Venetian and Tuscany, 2017 Tuscany XTE and 2017-2019 Palazzo motorhomes vehicles that received an inspection-only remedy for recall 18V-763. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.

Risk: Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: TMC will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 6, 2021. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000196.

2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure1
Equipment1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 37,231 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 37,231 miles · reported Dec 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2018 Freightliner XC-R. The contact stated that one of the windows located at the front end of the motorhome had started to delaminate. The contact used silicone to seal the window; however, he noticed that other windows in the motorhome were also experiencing the same failure. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, a bathroom window detached from the RV. The contact stated that a total of five windows in the motorhome had failed due to an adhesive failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V522000 (Structure, Equipment).…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria: 20V-559 (tires), 20V-418 (exterior lighting, electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Aria?

Owners report structure problems most often (1 reports), followed by equipment (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 37,231 miles.

Are Thor Motor Coach recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Thor Motor Coach dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.