repaired · 2019 Q4
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
2014 Thor Motor Coach ChallengerProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2014 Thor Motor Coach Challenger, most often about the visibility/wiper. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-758 the manufacturer reports only 12% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 20, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Thor Motor Coach Challenger has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Visibility/wiper
1Latches/locks/linkages
1Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
1Structure1 crash/fire/injury
1Visibility
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2014 Thor Motor Coach Challenger recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
Risk. If the windshield wipers cannot be used, driver visibility would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
Risk. Failure of the windshield wipers may impair the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2015 Q3
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.
no report yet
Equipment
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…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Thor Motor Coach.
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other Challenger year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Challenger median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Thor Motor Coach Challenger, and the recalls they led to.
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In owners' words
What Challenger owners report
Recent visibility/wiper complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this complaint regarding Recall #21V-522 (NHTSA Campaign No. 21V-522) involving Lippert/Hehr windows. I own a 2019 Thor Motor Coach Challenger motorhome manufactured on 9/2018, which contains Lippert/Hehr windows that are exhibiting the same safety defect…
The contact owns a 2014 Thor Challenger RV. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH in a heavy rainstorm, the windshield wipers became inoperable, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. The contact stated that during the failure, the windshield wiper setting was set to high…
WHILE DRIVING IN HEAVY RAIN AT HIGHWAY SPEED MY WIPERS WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD, AND STOPPED THERE. THOR ONCE REPLACED THEM BUT ABOUT A YEAR LATER THE NEW WIPER ASSEMBLY DID THE SAME THING UNDER THE SAME CONDITIONS. THROUGH ONLINE FORUMS I KNOW THAT SEVERAL OTHERS…
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