CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Thor Motor Coach Daybreak has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (1 report).
2013 Thor Motor Coach Daybreak recalls
Wipers May Fail, Reducing Driver Visibility
The windshield wiper system on certain motorhomes may have been installed incorrectly.
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.
Motorhome entry steps may detach and cause falls
Certain motorhomes built with Lippert Coachstep electric entry and exit steps may have a bolt that attaches the steps' fan gear assembly.
Most common 2013 Thor Motor Coach Daybreak problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
DOOR LOCKING MECHANISM HAS A KNOWN DEFECT WHERE THE SLIDING BOLT BREAKS DUE TO METAL FATIGUE OR OTHER REASON. MANUFACTURER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM, AND CREATED A NEW LOCK, THAT HAS THE SAME DEFECT, ACCORDING TO OTHER CONSUMERS. WITH THE DOOR CLOSED, IT IS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO GAIN ACCESS TO THE LOCK TO REPAIR THE ASSEMBLY. I WAS ABLE TO DRILL OUT THE LOCK AND REMOVE THE DEADBOLT, WHICH THEN ALLOWED ME TO REMOVE THE ENTIRE ASSEMBLY AND ORDER A REPLACEMENT, WHICH I NOW FEAR WILL SUFFER THE SAME ISSUE. IF MY WIFE HAD BEEN IN THE RV ALONE, SHE WOULD HAVE BEEN TERRIFIED. EVEN THOUGH THERE IS AN EMERGENCY EXIT, SHE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO CLIMB DOWN WITHOUT ASSISTANCE, AND THE PRIMARY DOOR SHOULD
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 THOR DAYBREAK MOTORHOME. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE ENTRY STAIRWELL FRACTURED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THOR MOTORCOACH WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE MOTORHOME WAS OUT OF WARRANTY COVERAGE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 12,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. *DT UPDATED 10/2/18*JB *JS *DT *JB *DT *DT*JB
2013 Thor Motor Coach Daybreak questions
Does the 2013 Thor Motor Coach Daybreak have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Thor Motor Coach Daybreak: Wipers May Fail, Reducing Driver Visibility; Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire; Motorhome entry steps may detach and cause falls. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Thor Motor Coach Daybreak?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1), Structure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Thor Motor Coach Daybreak has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.