2014 Tiffin Allegro recalls (9)

Every 2014 Tiffin Allegro recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

• Trailer Hitches · NHTSA 18V328000

  May 17, 2018Trailer Hitches

  Problem

  Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Allegro Open Road motorhomes. Insufficient strength of the frame rail may allow the tow hitch to detach from the motorhome.

  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 an insert plate to strengthen the frame rail, free of charge. Tiffin issued owners an interim notification on May 31, 2018. The recall began on July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661. Tiffin's number for this recall is TIF-109. Note: Some vehicles already remedied as part of recall 17V200 will need the additional repairs covered by this recall.

  Full recall details for 18V328000 →

• 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 →

• Steering · NHTSA 16V397000

  Feb 6, 2016Steering:Gear Box:Mounting Bracket

  Problem

  Tiffin Motorhomes is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Allegro Phaeton and 2015-2016 Allegro Bus trucks manufactured October 1, 2014 to August 1, 2015, equipped with certain ZF RL77 / 80EM independent front steering axles equipped with Bosch 8018 steering boxes. The boxes were manufactured using incorrect internal spacers that can cause premature wear in the connection between the steering wheel and the front axle.

  Risk

  The steering wheel's connection to the front axle could fail resulting in a sudden loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix

  Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering box if necessary, free of charge. Owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. The recall began on August 17, 2016. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661.

  Full recall details for 16V397000 →

• 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 →

• Seat Belts · NHTSA 14E015000

  Oct 4, 2014Seat Belts

  Problem

  Villa International (Villa) is recalling certain Villa ISS driver and passenger GSK seats. These seats were used in certain model year 2014 Tiffin Allegro Bus and Zephyr recreational vehicles, 2015 American Coach brand American Eagle, American Tradition, and American Revolution recreational vehicles, and 2014 Jayco Entegra Cornerstone recreational vehicles. The seat belt attachment may be incorrect and the seat belt may fray if it rubs along a steel bracket in the seat, reducing its strength. As such, these seats do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

  Risk

  The weakened seat belt may fail to properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix

  Villa will notify the affected vehicle manufacturers and the manufacturer's dealers will contact the vehicle owners. Owners may contact Villa at 1-888-707-7272.

  Full recall details for 14E015000 →

• Equipment · NHTSA 14V609000

  Sep 30, 2014Equipment:Other:Labels

  Problem

  Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Allegro Bus 45 foot LP, 37 foot, and 40 foot motorhomes. In the affected vehicles, the Federal Certification label incorrectly states the front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such, the vehicles do not conform to Part 567, "Certification."

  Risk

  If the motorhome is loaded to the incorrect specifications listed on the label, tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix

  Tiffin will notify owners and send a corrected sticker for the customer to put over the incorrect sticker, free of charge. The recall began early October 2014. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661.

  Full recall details for 14V609000 →

• Seat Belts · NHTSA 14V431000

  Jul 16, 2014Seat Belts

  Problem

  Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain model year 2014 Allegro Bus recreational vehicles equipped with certain Villa International ABTS driver and passenger ABTS seats. The seat belt attachment may be incorrect and the seat belt may fray if it rubs along a steel bracket in the seat, reducing its strength. As such, these seats do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

  Risk

  The weakened seat belt may fail to properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix

  Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, repair the single link system with fasteners and re-attaching the seat belt bracket, free of charge. The recall began in August 18, 2014. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661.

  Full recall details for 14V431000 →

• Equipment · NHTSA 13V638000

  Dec 19, 2013Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer

  Problem

  Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Allegro 33AA motorhomes equipped with an electric fireplace. In the affected vehicles, the fireplace may ignite a piece of exposed wood inside the electric fireplace.

  Risk

  If the exposed piece of wood ignites, the rest of the motorhome could also catch fire.

  Fix

  Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield to keep heat from the exposed wood, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.

  Full recall details for 13V638000 →

2014 Tiffin Allegro complaints and service bulletins

Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Tiffin Allegro. Tiffin has issued at least 9 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

• Vehicle Speed Control3
• Electrical System1
• Electronic Stability Control (Esc)1
• Engine1
• Power Train1
• Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

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• Equipment (9)
• Exterior Lighting (6)
• Electrical System (3)
• Engine and Engine Cooling (1)
• Structure (1)

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