Thor Motor Coach Chateau problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 9 owner complaints and 26 recalls on file for the Thor Motor Coach Chateau (2005–2026).
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 26
- Model years
- 22
- Worst year
- —
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Every Thor Motor Coach Chateau model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2025 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2024 Chateau | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Engine |
| 2023 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2022 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2021 Chateau | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Engine |
| 2020 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | — |
| 2019 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 2018 Chateau | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 5 | Body & Structure |
| 2017 Chateau | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | Wheels & Tires |
| 2016 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 2015 Chateau | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | Body & Structure |
| 2014 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2013 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2012 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 2011 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 2010 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2009 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2008 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2007 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2006 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2005 Chateau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
Most common Thor Motor Coach Chateau problem areas (all years)
- Engine3 complaints
- Body & Structure2 complaints
- Electrical System1 complaints
- Wheels & Tires1 complaints
Complaint trend
Thor Motor Coach Chateau recalls
Risk: A LP hose that contacts the generator exhaust increases the risk of a fire.
Risk: A slide-Out room that extends unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: Battery cable contact with the exhaust manifold and heat shield can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: If the brake fluid leaks, this may extend the braking distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If a customer were to rely on the Auto-P function as described in the Operator's Manual, the possibility of a vehicle rollaway or unintended vehicle movement cannot be ruled out which could increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Damage to the fuel pump circuit in the wiring harness could result in an unexpected engine stall. Damage to the ABS wiring can lead to reduction of ABS functionality and a loss of roll stability control (RSC) functionality. These scenarios increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied, unintended vehicle movement can occur if the transmission is left in Park, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Risk: Without the seatbelt warning reminder, the driver may forget to fasten the seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Risk: An inadvertently overloaded motorhome due to an incorrect carrying capacity can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: The loose connection can causing arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk: If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may unintentionally turn in the wrong direction, increasing the risk of crash.
Risk: A propane leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: The loose U-bolts may further loosen or break allowing the axle to separate and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Risk: 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.
Risk: A propane fuel leak may increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: Without a seat belt, the occupant sitting in the middle position of the sofa will not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.
Risk: If the spare tire bracket and spare tire detaches, it could be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Risk: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Risk: If the vehicle is loaded to its weight capacity without including the weight of the water carried onboard, the motorhome may be overloaded. This can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: The screws could fail, causing the supporting bracket to fail, and the awning to fall and potentially strike and injure a person beneath it.
Risk: If an awning falls, there is an increased risk of injury to anyone under the awning.
Risk: If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Other Thor Motor Coach models
- Thor Motor Coach Palazzo36 complaints
- Thor Motor Coach Windsport23 complaints
- Thor Motor Coach Outlaw18 complaints
- Thor Motor Coach Scope17 complaints
- Thor Motor Coach Challenger17 complaints
- Thor Motor Coach Miramar15 complaints
- Thor Motor Coach Magnitude14 complaints
- Thor Motor Coach Four Winds12 complaints
- Thor Motor Coach Rize12 complaints
- Thor Motor Coach Axis11 complaints
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology