Every 2012 Tiffin Allegro recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Equipment · NHTSA 17V841000
Dec 22, 2017Equipment
- Problem
- Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2009-2018 Allegro and Allegro RED, Bus and Phaeton vehicles, 2009-2010 Bay vehicles, 2011-2018 Breeze vehicles, and 2009-2015, and 2017-2018 Zephyr vehicles. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that 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: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Tiffin will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2018. Owners may contact 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. Owners may also contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661.
Full recall details for 17V841000 →Trailer Hitches · NHTSA 17V200000
Mar 23, 2017Trailer Hitches
- Problem
- Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Allegro Open Road motorhomes. The tow hitch on these vehicles may can detach from the coach under heavy loading or hard braking conditions.
- Risk
- If the hitch detaches, the tow vehicle would not be connected to the motorhome, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will install frame rail extension liner brackets, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2017. Owners may contact Tiffin Motorhomes customer service at 1-256-356-8661.
Full recall details for 17V200000 →Equipment · NHTSA 15V880000
Dec 28, 2015Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
- Problem
- Tiffin Motorhomes (Tiffin) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 motorhomes manufactured May 1, 2007, to December 31, 2014, equipped with certain Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may become unstable.
- Risk
- Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will install a retainer bracket on the double step assemblies and the Coachstep Linkage Assembly will be replaced and a retainer bracket will be installed on the trip step assemblies. The recall began on Ferbuary 10, 2016. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661, or Lippert customer service at 1-574-537-8900.
Full recall details for 15V880000 →Structure · NHTSA 12V526000
Oct 31, 2012Structure:Frame and Members:Underbody Shields
- Problem
- Tiffin Motorhomes is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Allegro Bus motorcoaches, manufactured from March 2010, through September 2012 and equipped with a Cummins EPA 2010 ISL engine. Insufficient shielding between the exhaust pipe and floor may cause possible overheating of the floor above the engine compartment.
- Risk
- If the exhaust pipe in the engine compartment were to fail, the escaping exhaust gases could make the floor area above the engine extremely hot, increasing the risk of personal injury or possibly resulting in a fire.
- Fix
- Tiffin Motorhomes will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 14, 2012. Owners may contact Tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.
Full recall details for 12V526000 →Power Train · NHTSA 12V215000
Mar 19, 2012Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Gear Position Indication (Prndl)
- Problem
- TIFFIN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 THROUGH 2012 ALLEGRO MOTORHOMES BUILT ON FORD F-53 AND F-59 STRIPPED CHASSIS. THE GEAR SHIFT CABLE MAY BREAK AT THE ATTACHMENT TO THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL SELECTOR ARM ASSEMBLY MOUNTED ON THE STEERING COLUMN. IF THE CABLE BREAKS, THE TRANSMISSION GEAR INDICATOR IN THE GEAR SHIFT DISPLAY IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL REMAIN IN THE FIRST GEAR POSITION REGARDLESS OF THE GEAR SELECTED. 
- Risk
- AN INCORRECT GEAR INDICATION IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL MAY PREVENT THE DRIVER FROM KNOWING IF THEY ARE IN PARK OR REVERSE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Fix
- TIFFIN IS WORKING WITH FORD TO IDENTIFY AND NOTIFY OWNERS OF THE AFFECTED MOTORHOMES. FORD WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR ARM ASSEMBLY AND THE GEAR SHIFT CABLE ASSEMBLY, FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TIFFIN AT 1-256-356-8661 OR FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
Full recall details for 12V215000 →
2012 Tiffin Allegro complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Tiffin Allegro. Tiffin has issued at least 7 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Equipment2
- Engine1
- Fuel/Propulsion System1
- Structure1
- Suspension1
- Trailer Hitches1
Service bulletins by component
- Equipment (10)
- Exterior Lighting (4)
- Electrical System (2)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (1)
- Structure (1)
Read Tiffin Allegro owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Tiffin Allegro. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“[XXX]--I WAS TOWING A VEHICLE BEHIND A TIFFIN MOTOR HOME. A TOW BAR ATTACHES THE TOWED VEHICLE TO THE MOTOR HOME TOW HITCH. THE TOW BAR BEGAN TO SAG WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY. THE TOW HITCH IS WELDED TO A TIFFIN INSTALLED FRAME, THAT IS WELDED TO THE VEHICLE CHASSIS.”
2012 TIFFIN ALLEGROJan 13, 2016
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10820111
“SHORTLY AFTER ENGINE START AND DURING OR SHORTLY AFTER WARM-UP, WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE ENGINE LOSES ALL POWER. IF YOU HOLD THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IN ONE POSITION, IT WILL REMAIN AT IDLE. IF YOU PUMP THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL OR PUSH TO THE FLOOR, IT WILL CATCH UP AND ACCELERATE.”
2012 TIFFIN ALLEGROMar 29, 2014
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10575463
“LETTER FROM SENATOR FEINSTEIN ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT WHO BELIEVES A RECALL AND REPLACEMENT OF THE PLASTIC FAN/BLOWER IN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES IS NECESSARY TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC FROM HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS; ATTN: MEENA VISVANATHAN.”
2012 TIFFIN ALLEGRONov 4, 2013
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10551253
“EXTREME AMOUNT OF SWAY. TWISTY ROADS HAVE TO BE UNDER POSTED SPEED LIMIT. FREEWAY TRAVEL IS AFFECTED BY WIND, SEMI'S AND OTHER HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES. MANY TIMES I HAVE BEEN FORCED OFF OF THE ROAD ON TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD.”
2012 TIFFIN ALLEGROJun 2, 2013
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10514730
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