CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (2 reports).
2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane recalls
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.
Generator transfer switch can overheat and cause a fire
Certain motorhomes are wired to run on generator power and use an Iota ITS-50R transfer switch.
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 2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
MY 2014 THOR HURRICAN LOSES WIPER FUNCTIONS WHEN WINDY. I WAS TRAVELING DOWN A MOUNTAIN SIDE ON I-15 OUTSIDE VICTORVILLE DURING A LIGHT/MODERATE RAIN STORM. THE WIND STARTED TO INCREASE WHICH CAUSED THE PASSENGER SIDE WIPER ARM TO GO BELOW THE WINDOW AND THE DRIVERS SIDE TO GO PAST ITS NORMAL STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE FRONT WINDSHIELD CAUSING THE WIPERS TO CEASE NORMAL OPERATION. I HAD NO WAY OF STOPPING SINCE I COULD NOT SEE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. ONCE ON LEVEL GROUND I REPOSITIONED THE WIPERS AND EVERYTHING WORKED FINE TILL THE NEXT GUST OF WIND AND I WAS BACK TO THE ORIGINAL CONDITION. AGAIN REALIGNED THE WIPERS ONLY THIS TIME I TURNED THE WIPER SWITCH OFF AND ON WHICH TEMPORARILY RE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 THOR HURRICANE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AWNING MATERIAL WAS DEFECTIVE. THE AWNING FABRIC RIPPED AND THE SLIDE OUT RELEASED INDEPENDENTLY. THE DEALER REPLACED THE SLIDE OUT MECHANISM, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 19,000. UPDATED 10/24/14*CN UPDATED 11/14/14*CN UPDATED 7/14/2015*JS UPDATED 8/11/2015*JS
A COUPLE OF CARDBOARD STORAGE BOXES WERE STORED IN AN EXTERIOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT OF OUR RV AND THE STORAGE LIGHT WAS NOT TURNED ON. ARRIVING AT OUR DESTINATION AN HOUR AND A HALF LATER I OPENED THE STORAGE COMPARTMENT TO FIND A HOLE BURNED IN THE STORAGE LIGHT LENS, A BURN MARK ON THE CARDBOARD STORAGE BOX AND THE LIGHT SWITCH COULD NOT BE MOVED TO TURN OFF THE LIGHT (APPEARED TO BE MELTED IN PLACE). I HAD TO REMOVE THE LENS AND BULB. *KB
2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane questions
Does the 2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane: Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire; Generator transfer switch can overheat and cause a fire; Motorhome entry steps may detach and cause falls; Electrical System; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (2), Electrical System (1), Interior Lighting (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Thor Motor Coach Hurricane 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.