2016 Thor Motor Outlaw Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 2,000miles, 6 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2016 Thor Motor Outlaw (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2016 Thor Motor Outlaw. The part named most often is visibility, with 4 complaints (67% of the total), followed by latches, locks and linkages (1) and seat belts (1). 6 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 2,000 miles. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 2 technical service bulletins for this model year. Visibility complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Seat belts1 17%
- Body and structure1 17%
Example complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “The contact owns a 2016 thor Outlaw. The contact stated that the rear rv egress window deatched from the rv while being operated at 60 MPH. This is located in the bunk area above the front passenger side.the vehicle was taken to general rv where it was diagnosed that the window detached and needed to be replaced. The window was replaced, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notifed and did not respond to the contact's concerns. The failure mileage was approximately 2,500. …”
NHTSA complaint #11005010, filed 2017-07, 2,500 milesSeat belts: “While driving on the highway I was hit in the side of the head by the upper safety belt assembly and nut causing me to swerve off the road and almost hit construction barrels on the side of the road. Had my wife take a picture of the nut that came off. I also had my passenger check the seat belt upper attachment on his side and the nut was not secure just on by a few threads. Had to pull over at the next exit and secure the nuts with the tools that I had with me.”
NHTSA complaint #10897410, filed 2016-08, 1,500 milesBody and structure: “The contact owns a 2016 thor Outlaw 37rb rv. While driving 55 MPH, the slide opened. The failure could cause the slide to hit vehicles in another lane. The manufacturer replaced the motors for the slides and adjusted the slide, but the failure recurred. Also, when driving in the rain for the first time, the windshield wipers failed. The vehicle was taken to the manufacturer where the windshield wiper assembly was replaced, but the failure recurred. Because the wiper failure recurred, the windows fogged and the defroster did not defrost the window. …”
NHTSA complaint #10949141, filed 2017-02, 1,200 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 6 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,200 and 5,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 17V758000Nov 22, 2017EquipmentCovers: Thor Motor Outlaw 2016, Thor Motor Coach Majestic 2003–2018, Windsport 2003–2018 +26 more
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling various 2003-2018 recreational vehicles, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at…
- 17V555000Sep 7, 2017Visibility › Windshield wiper/washerCovers: Thor Motor Outlaw 2016, Thor Motor Coach Tuscany XTE 2014–2016, Windsport 2014–2016 +11 more
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Ace, Challenger, Daybreak, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, Windsport, Palazzo, Tuscany, and Tuscany XTE motorhomes. The windshield wipers may fail due to the system being incorrectly installed or secured.
- 17V162000Mar 13, 2017Visibility › Windshield wiper/washerCovers: Thor Motor Outlaw 2016, Thor Motor Coach Windsport 2014–2016, Challenger 2014–2016 +7 more
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2014-2015 ACE, Hurricane, Challenger, Daybreak, Miramar, Outlaw, and Windsport motorhomes. These vehicles have windshield wiper systems that may have been improperly installed and secured, possibly causing the…
- 16V893000Dec 13, 2016Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachmentsCovers: Thor Motor Outlaw 2016, Thor Motor Coach Outlaw 2017
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Outlaw motorhomes, models 37BG, 37LS, 37RB, 38RE and 38RF, manufactured January 13, 2016, to December 8, 2016. The affected vehicles have rear cargo door hinges with welds that may be…
- 15V719000Oct 30, 2015Power train › Automatic transmissionCovers: Thor Motor Outlaw 2016, Thor Motor Coach Windsport 2016, Thor Motor Miramar 2016 +3 more
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ace, Challenger, Hurricane, Miramar, Outlaw, and Windsport vehicles manufactured July 14, 2015, to October 16, 2015. Due to an incorrect shift cable bracket and an improper shift cable adjustment…
- 15V224000Apr 15, 2015Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Thor Motor Outlaw 2016, Thor Motor Coach Chateau 2016, Four Winds 2016 +3 more
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Four Winds, Citation, Outlaw, Chateau, Siesta, and Freedom Elite motorhomes manufactured February 14, 2015, to April 6, 2015. The affected vehicles may be missing the water weight carrying…
Recall details for the 2016 Thor Motor Outlaw → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10169044Dec 5, 2019Equipment. This letter stated that there were no Service Bulletins or Technical Service Bulletins issued for the month of November, 2019.
- 10124236Nov 3, 2017Equipment. This letter stated that there was one (1) Service Notification issued for the month of October, 2017.
Other model years of the Thor Motor Outlaw
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 6 | 2,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Thor Motor Outlaw model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2016 Thor Motor Outlaw have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2016 Thor Motor Outlaw as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2016 Thor Motor Outlaw is reported most often?
Visibility is named most often, in 4 complaints (67% of the total), followed by latches, locks and linkages with 1.
Has the 2016 Thor Motor Outlaw been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2016 Thor Motor Outlaw reported?
Among the 6 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 2,000 miles and the middle half falls between 1,200 and 5,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.