CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Thor Motor Coach Compass has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (2 reports).
2017 Thor Motor Coach Compass recalls
Water can corrode wiring, risking electrical fire and crash
Water can get into the trailer tow module on certain 2016-2018 Thor Gemini and Compass motorhomes built on a Ford chassis.
Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire
Some fire extinguishers installed in these recreational vehicles may become clogged, so they may not discharge as expected, or may require excessive force to operate.
Most common 2017 Thor Motor Coach Compass problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
While driving at highway speeds (70 mph+/-), my diesel powered vehicle 'derated' (I believe that is the term) for no apparent reason. An engine light came on related to a DEF system malfunction. I can provide the code later. My vehicle instantly went from 70 mph to 15 mph on a crowded interstate, on an inside lane. With some difficulty I managed to make across three lanes to the shoulder and turned off the vehicle. After a quick inspection, finding nothing obvious, I proceeded down the shoulder to a gas station. I tried to top off my DEF tank, but it was full. After an hour the engine light went off and the vehicle drove normal. So I'm back on the highway. I went another hour, the engine li
When this RV is driven in temperatures above 91 degrees it will suddenly and without warning have a major loss of power. Vehicle will not drive above 55 mph even though it was on cruise at 68 mph. Has been to over 6 Ford dealers in 3 years and no one can find the issue. very dangerous since it has to be on the road for this event to occur.
2017 Thor Motor Coach Compass questions
Does the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Compass have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Compass: Water can corrode wiring, risking electrical fire and crash; Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Thor Motor Coach Compass?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (2), Vehicle Speed Control (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Thor Motor Coach Compass has been fixed?
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