2016 Thor Motor Miramar recalls and problems

The 2016 Thor Motor Miramar has 4 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Thor Motor dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
7
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2016 Thor Motor Miramar vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Thor Motor Miramar 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 17V-555: Visibility

Reported Sep 7, 2017 · 1,105 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Ace, Challenger, Daybreak, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, Windsport, Palazzo, Tuscany, and Tuscany XTE motorhomes. The windshield wipers may fail due to the system being incorrectly installed or secured.

Risk: If the windshield wipers cannot be used, driver visibility would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: TMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiper system to verify it is installed correctly, repairing or replacing the system as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 27, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867. TMC's number for this recall is RC000146. Note: Although some of the vehicles included in this recall have previously been remedied under recalls 17V-096 or 17V-162, the vehicles may need additional repairs under this campaign.

Recall 17V-162: Visibility

Reported Mar 13, 2017 · 8,617 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2015 ACE, Hurricane, Challenger, Daybreak, Miramar, Outlaw, and Windsport motorhomes. These vehicles have windshield wiper systems that may have been improperly installed and secured, possibly causing the wipers to fail during use.

Risk: Failure of the windshield wipers may impair the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: TMC has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wiper arm securing nuts, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2017. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-855-2867.

Recall 15V-719: Power Train

Reported Oct 30, 2015 · 209 vehicles affected · Thor Motor Coach

Problem: Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ace, Challenger, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, and Windsport vehicles manufactured July 14, 2015, to October 16, 2015. Due to an incorrect shift cable bracket and an improper shift cable adjustment, the affected vehicles can be shifted out of 'PARK' without applying the brakes.

Risk: If the vehicle can be shifted into reverse without the brakes being applied, the vehicle may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ford will notify owners on TMC's behalf, and Ford dealers will replace the transmission shift control bracket and adjust the transmission shift cable, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000110.

2016 Thor Motor Miramar problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Visibility/Wiper3
Structure3
Visibility3
Seat Belts1
Electrical System1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 2
  • Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 1
  • Seat Belts › Front — 1
  • Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor — 1
  • Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Linkages — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 11,300 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 2016 Thor Motor Miramar complaints

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

Visibility/Wiper · reported Jun 27, 2023
Windshield wipers keep getting stuck. Passenger side gets stuck down and Driver side get stuck up. We have to pull over on side the rode and fix them. It causes a visibility issue. It also causes a risk for accidents pulling over. I have contacted Thor this morning also. We are waiting on a response from them.
Structure · at 14,000 miles · reported Mar 25, 2020
On february 2nd 2020 as I was traveling on I-75 south heading home from cincinnati through kentucky at about mile marker 104 in kentucky we heard a rattling noise and a window on the driver side of my vehicle simply fell out onto the highway. Thank goodness no one was next to me or this could have been a serious accident. I immediately pulled over and walked back to where the window fell out and found a couple of pieces of the frame which I kept. I drove to exit 102 where I pulled off and found a place to park so that I could tarp over the window and continue on my way home
Visibility · at 16,585 miles · reported Jan 30, 2019
While traveling down the road in a heavy down poor, the windshield wipers stopped working. We were able to pull off to the side of the road where I tried to resecure them but to no avail. I eventually got our rv to a service facility and the technicain told us this was a common problem and thor had a recall for this issue. We purchased this 2016 miramar new but never received a recall notice.
Visibility/Wiper · reported Apr 26, 2018
S10 appropriate handling - enclosing a list of major issues with the 2016 thor miramar 34.4 motor home. The consumer stated the right side windsheild wiper traveled to far to the left and would get stuck. The wiper was repaired 3 times, but the failure recurred. The defroster motor quit, driver seat was not securely fastened to the floor, the main slide-out leaked, the furnace failed due to water on the motorboard, the water heater failed, the passenger side window was not sealed, water valve failed, awnining hardware was broken, and the entrance door lock failed.
Structure · at 11,300 miles · reported Jun 15, 2017
The entry door latch had a piece of plastic that broke off and got stuck and prevented us from opening the door. A locksmith gained entry and removed the plastic piece. My understanding is that this is an ongoing problem with thor motorhomes that has not been addressed by the manufacturer. We could have gotten stuck inside during a life safety emergency. I called the manufacturer and they said they would note it in our file. That doesn't help anyone else.there are a number of thor owners who have had this problem and posted on the thor motorhome owners facebook page.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Thor Motor Miramar have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 Thor Motor Miramar: 17V-758 (equipment), 17V-555 (visibility), 17V-162 (visibility), 15V-719 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Thor Motor Miramar?

Owners report visibility/wiper problems most often (3 reports), followed by structure (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 11,300 miles.

Are Thor Motor recall repairs free?

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