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1997 Thor Residency problems

The most common problem on the 1997 Thor Residency is brakes. It has 1.5 times the complaints of a typical Residency model year.

Typical year1.5x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
0
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 1997 Thor Residency problems

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

  • Brakes
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Seat belts
    1
  • Suspension
    1

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Seat belts
    1
  • Suspension
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1997 Thor Residency owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 26, 1999 · Seat belts · CA

Three point seat belt when worn is causing reduced side visibility / limited access to controls, when making a turn / releasing the parking brake, the seat belt has to be released which could result in injury if an accident occured.

Filed Sep 9, 1998 · Brakes, Suspension · CA

Right rear tag axle failed.

Filed Oct 27, 1997 · Electrical · CA

Ignition switch failed.

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Questions about the 1997 Thor Residency

Is the 1997 Thor Residency reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1997 Thor Residency, 1.5 times a typical Residency model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Thor Residency?

Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).

How many recalls does the 1997 Thor Residency have?

No recalls on record.

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