Tiffin Allegro 2010

Model Allegro made in 2010 by Tiffin got 6 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, exterior lighting and power train.

Model 2010

Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
11V082000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. V (Vehicle)10683MFRTIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.02/08/201102/09/2011
Defect SummaryTiffin motorhomes is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. the population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. the response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.
Consequence SummaryThe sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.
Corrective SummaryTiffin motorhomes is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. the safety recall is expected to begin during february 2011. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
10V585000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. V (Vehicle)2717MFRTIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.11/22/201011/22/2010
Defect SummaryTiffin is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. the population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. the response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.
Consequence SummaryThe sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.
Corrective SummaryTiffin is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. the recall is expected to begin during december 2010. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
11V327000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. V (Vehicle)1309ODITIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.06/15/201106/16/2011
Defect SummaryTiffin motorhomes is recalling certain model year 2006-2010, allegro and allegro bay recreational vehicles, manufactured from january 2005, through april 2010, and built on a daimler/freightliner chassis. the brake lights may be intermittent during light brake applications.
Consequence SummaryThe brake lights may not illuminate consistently upon brake application and fail to properly indicate to a following vehicle that the motorhome has slowed or come to a stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDaimler trucks (dtna), manufacturer of the chassis, will notify owners and repairs will be performed by dtna dealerships, free of charge. (see dtna's recall campaign 10v-178.) the manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
12V215000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. V (Vehicle)125003/02/2012MFRTIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.03/19/201205/16/2012
Defect SummaryTiffin 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. 
Consequence SummaryAn 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.
Corrective SummaryTiffin 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.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
12V327000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. V (Vehicle)1304ODITIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.06/19/201207/11/2012
Defect SummaryTiffin is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 allegro and allegro bay recreational vehicles equipped with bosch hydraulic brakes. hydraulic brake equipped motorhome chassis exposed to long periods of time of non-driving may experience diametrical brake caliper piston growth and reduced piston to bore clearance potentially leading to brake drag and overheating resulting in reduced brake performance.
Consequence SummaryReduced brake performance may lead to an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryTiffin will notify the owners, and authorized daimler trucks north america (dtna) dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the brake calipers free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before july 20, 2012. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES
11V452000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. V (Vehicle)1960MFRTIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.08/25/201109/02/2011
Defect SummaryTiffin motorhomes is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 phaeton, my 2008-2010 bus, and my 2010 allegro motorhomes equipped with kongsberg automotive adjustable brake pedals. the adjustable brake pedal arm may loosen allowing the arm to rotate around its shaft and swing in front of the accelerator pedal, reducing braking function.
Consequence SummaryA loose brake pedal increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDamiler trucks (dtna) is performing recall repairs and notification to owners. the owners were initially notified by dtna trucks on december 22, 2009, and a follow up notice was mailed to owners on july 20, 2011. owners may contact dtna warranty claims department at 1-800-547-0712 or tiffin motorhomes at 1-256-356-8661 for more information.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

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