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2012 Thor Motor Coach Ace problems

The most common problem on the 2012 Thor Motor Coach Ace is body and structure. It has fewer complaints than a typical Ace model year.

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Owner complaints
1
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
2
Worst area
Body

The worst 2012 Thor Motor Coach Ace problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

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    1
  • Visibility
    1

Problems by type

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Recalls 3

EquipmentReported November 22, 2017 · 110,400 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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: These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit:
Risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Thor will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1‑877‑500‑1020, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1‑855‑262‑3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

Recall number 17V758000 · Recall details

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerReported August 2, 2016 · 5,633 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2012-2017 Ace, 2013 Citation, 2012-2013 Siesta and 2017 Four Winds and Road Bear Rental motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with shower curtains that may not adequately resist catching fire in the presence of an ignition source. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 302, "Flammability of Interior Materials."
Risk
A flammable shower curtain may further fuel a fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Thor will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shower curtains with curtains made with fire retardant, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2016. Owners may contact Thor customer service at 1‑877‑500‑1020. Thor's number for this recall is RC000121.

Recall number 16V571000 · Recall details

Electrical systemReported June 25, 2013 · 7,593 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Thor Motor Coach (Thor) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Windsport, model year 2006-2010 Magellan, model year 2007-2013 Hurricane, model year 2009-2013 Serrano and model year 2011-2013 A.C.E motorhomes. The motorhomes are equipped with an RV Custom Products Battery Control Center (BCC) which may experience a failure while the motorhome is in motion.
Risk
If the BCC fails, all power may be lost to the motorhome chassis, including all lighting, making the vehicle very difficult to operate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Thor will notify owners, and dealers will rewire the BCC free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2013. Customers may contact Thor at 1‑877‑855‑2867. Thor's recall campaign number is RC000077.

Recall number 13V265000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2012 Thor Motor Coach Ace 2

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What 2012 Thor Motor Coach Ace owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 19, 2012 · Body, Visibility · CA

The instrument cluster has a clear plastic glass which acts like a mirror and reflects into the drivers eyes blinding the driver, this problem exists on the motor homes using the ford chassis, my year is a 2012. To fix the problem ford has to or should install a non glare glass covering the gauges.

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Questions about the 2012 Thor Motor Coach Ace

Is the 2012 Thor Motor Coach Ace reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2012 Thor Motor Coach Ace, fewer than a typical Ace model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Thor Motor Coach Ace?

Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is visibility (1).

How many recalls does the 2012 Thor Motor Coach Ace have?

3 recalls, covering equipment and electrical system.

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