2018 Thor Motor Coach OutlawProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw, most often about the structure. 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 January 26, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw has problems

7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Structure50
Electrical system10
Steering10
Visibility10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

6 recalls

2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw 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.

54%repaired · 2020 Q2

Visibility

Recall 18V-812 · Nov 16, 2018 · 1,485 vehicles · 801 repaired

Risk. If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

67%repaired · 2020 Q1

Electrical system

Recall 18V-572 · Aug 29, 2018 · 138 vehicles · 92 repaired

Risk. In the event of an electrical short circuit, the unprotected circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

55%repaired · 2019 Q4

Visibility

Recall 18V-482 · Jul 19, 2018 · 119 vehicles · 66 repaired

Risk. Missing rear reflex reflectors can make the vehicle less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

68%repaired · 2019 Q3

Rear/other: buckle assembly

Recall 18V-120 · Feb 19, 2018 · 65 vehicles · 44 repaired

Risk. If the bracket does not meet the strength requirements, the anchorage may fail in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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12%repaired · 2019 Q4

Equipment

Recall 17V-758 · Nov 22, 2017 · 110,400 vehicles · 13,035 repaired

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

55%repaired · 2018 Q4

Electrical system

Recall 17V-381 · Jun 15, 2017 · 38 vehicles · 21 repaired

Risk. If the awning light circuit short circuits, the incorrect fuse may increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2018 vs. every other Outlaw 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 Outlaw median. How we score

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1 investigation

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2018 Thor Motor Coach Outlaw, and the recalls they led to.

  1. Trailer Hitch Receiver Structure May Crack and SeparatePE24023 · closed Jan 16, 2026
    No recall
In owners' words

What Outlaw owners report

Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

Windows have detached from adhesive and the window does not shut or seal. There is a recall on the windows for this problem but when I put my vin number in here it does not come up as a recall.
Complaint 11713414 · Jan 26, 2026
the coach has a know design flaw its in the what the walls are attached to the flooring of the coach....the design was under spec'ed (9) 3" screws over a 55" span approx 9-10" apart) and the hardware used was put under excessive force causing the screws used to hold the walls in place and attached…
Complaint 11459148 · Mar 31, 2022
The contact owns a 2018 Thor Outlaw RV. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the chassis was rattling and shaking. The contact pulled off the road safely. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was not…
Complaint 11456645 · Mar 14, 2022 · 4,000 miles

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