2008 Thor Motor Coach Windsport recalls and problems

The 2008 Thor Motor Coach Windsport has 2 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Thor Motor Coach dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2008 Thor Motor Coach Windsport vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Thor Motor Coach Windsport recalls

Recall 17V-758: Equipment

Reported Nov 22, 2017 · 110,400 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

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.

Recall 13V-265: Electrical System

Reported Jun 25, 2013 · 7,593 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Windsport, model year 2006-2010 Magellan, model year 2007-2013 Hurricane, model year 2009-2013 Serrano and model year 2011-2013 A.C.E motorhomes. The motorhomes are equipped with an RV Custom Products Battery Control Center (BCC) which may experience a failure while the motorhome is in motion.

Risk: If the BCC fails, all power may be lost to the motorhome chassis, including all lighting, making the vehicle very difficult to operate, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Thor will notify owners, and dealers will rewire the BCC free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2013. Customers may contact Thor at 1-877-855-2867. Thor's recall campaign number is RC000077.

2008 Thor Motor Coach Windsport problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Structure1
Unknown or Other1
Steering1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 8,500 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 2008 Thor Motor Coach Windsport complaints

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

Electrical System · reported Oct 15, 2019
The contact owns a 2008 thor motor coach windsport. While driving 80 MPH, the engine seized without warning. The contact called for assistance and was informed that there was a loose connection. The motorhome was repaired and able to be driven to the contact's destination. After being parked for a month, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 13v265000 (Electrical system). The manufacturer was notified and stated that the motor home was serviced per the recall in 2013. The…
Structure · at 50 miles · reported Jul 9, 2014
We purchased our motorhome at a show. After picking up and returning home we were surprised that the first rain the entire cabinetry, tv area in the front of the unit was destroyed by water. We returned the coach to the dealer where we purchased, after several months, many calls we received the coach back. They had to replace the entire area above the drive bay. The sink had rusted from something placed in the sink, which they received a sick from thor but could not locate every time I spoke to them to bring in to replace and since they are not in business so the sink never replaced. I do not…
Unknown or Other · at 8,500 miles · reported Jul 9, 2014
There were 6 people on vacation heading out highway 80 in penn. We had slowed for construction when the hydraulic leveling system on the motorhome start making noise. I know the noise but we are driving this should not be happening. We saw smoke out the drivers side of the coach and the leveling system was engaging and dropped to the pavement. It was only by chance that we were going so slow because of construction as I would hate to see what would of happened if we were going the speed limit. We were able to limp to the side of the road with the levelers in down position. I grabbed the fire…
Electrical System · at 11,500 miles · reported Jul 9, 2014
We were pulling into a gas station when the engine shut off and we had no control over the motorhome. After a period of time the coach started and we went on our way. An hour later upon arriving back home pulling into the storage facility where we keep the coach it shut off again and we were able to roll to a stop. I called thor motor company as I was really upset they informed me that there was a recall and they did not know why we never received a notice. I informed them that there is some thing wrong with this coach and I was afraid to get in it again. If you are on a trip and the leveling…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Thor Motor Coach Windsport have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Thor Motor Coach Windsport: 17V-758 (equipment), 13V-265 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Thor Motor Coach Windsport?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (2 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 8,500 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.