Tiffin Allegro Bus 2009

Model Allegro Bus made in 2009 by Tiffin got 5 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment. There were some recalls concerningpower train and service brakes, air.

Model 2009

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - AXLE HUBS
09V045000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. V (Vehicle)2302/28/2009ODITIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.02/05/200902/04/2009
Defect SummaryTiffin is recalling 23 my 2009 allegro buses equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies. the wheel end studs may have been improperly tempered rendering them brittle and susceptible to fracture. if one wheel stud fractures, the remaining wheel studs are required to carry more load. if left in this condition, the remaining wheel studs may also fracture even if they are properly manufactured.
Consequence SummaryFractured wheel studs could result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryTiffin is working with arvinmeritor who will replace any aftermarket replacement stud free of charge (please see 08e038). owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1-248-435-8793 or tiffin at 256-356-8661.
NotesCustomers 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, AIR - ANTILOCK
09V127000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. V (Vehicle)32904/21/2009MFRTIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.04/16/200904/16/2009
Defect SummaryTiffin is recalling 329 my 2008-2009 allegro buses. the rear axle abs modulating valve have the potential to be wired incorrectly. the right and left modulator valve harness pin could possibly be reversed at the abs electronic control unit (ecu) connector.
Consequence SummaryUnder slippery road conditions, when in the abs mode, this wiring problem has the potential to cause one side of the rear wheels to lock while causing little or no braking effort on the opposite side. this may result in a loss of control and a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will remove the reversed pins from the ecu connector and insert them back into their correct position free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during april 2009. owners may contact tiffin at 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 .
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES
09V496000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.from 05/01/2007 to 12/31/2009V (Vehicle)48601/19/2010MFRTIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.12/29/200912/29/2009
Defect SummaryTiffin is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 allegro bus models with powerglide chassis equipped with pneumatic and hydraulic adjustable brake pedal assemblies p/nos. 6562618, 6565118, 77025-001, 77025-002, 77025-501, 77050-004, supplied by kongsberg automotive. some assemblies could contain a drive pin that is below specification and may become disengaged from the brake arm causing separation or loosening of the pedal from the remainder of the assembly.
Consequence SummaryIf the drive pin becomes disengaged on the brake pedal assembly, it could result in a loss of vehicle braking function and/or cause the brake pedal to interfere with the throttle pedal function. either condition could result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryTiffin is working with kongsberg to remedy these motorhomes. please see kongsberg's defect report 09e-064. kongsberg will supply kits to tiffin. the remedy will be performed by tiffin free of charge. the safety recall began on january 19, 2010. owners may contact 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 .
SUSPENSION
08V269000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA V (Vehicle)250609/12/2008MFRTIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.06/17/200806/18/2008
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks is recalling 2,506 my 2008 xc motor home chassis and thomas built hdx school and transit buses equipped with saf-holland adl series rear suspensions. in some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.
Consequence SummaryIf the weld fails, vehicle stability while cornering could be affected resulting in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a crash. in addition, the transverse beam could drop to the ground causing sparks that could cause a fire hazard.
Corrective SummaryDaimler trucks is working with saf-holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. if a weld defect is identified, saf-holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement, and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). the recall recall began on september 12, 2008 (thomas built buses) and october 8, 2008. owners may contact saf-holland at 1-231-773-3271 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDaimler trucks recall no. fl-530.customers may 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.
TRAILER HITCHES
09V069000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. V (Vehicle)140801/21/2009MFRTIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.02/27/200902/27/2009
Defect SummaryTiffin is recalling 1,408 my 2006-2009 allegro bus, my 2007-2009 phaeton and my 2005-2009 zephyr vehicles built on spartan chassis and equipped with putman hitches. certain trailer hitches may fracture which could result in the loss of the trailer.
Consequence SummarySuspect hitches may develop fractures and subsequent separation may occur, resulting in a vehicle crash, property damage or pedestrian harm.
Corrective SummaryTiffin is working with spartan and spartan is handling the remedy for this campaign (please see 08v-567). the trailer hitch will be replaced free of charge. owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400 or tiffin at 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 .

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EQUIPMENT
SB-2508/08/200810026765Tiffin motorhomes: flush floor living room slide system provided by lippert components. units with residential refrigerator option may experience decreased motor efficiency over time due to an issue involving the size of roller installed i12/15/2008
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SB-2508/08/200810026765Tiffin motorhomes: flush floor living room slide system provided by lippert components. units with residential refrigerator option may experience decreased motor efficiency over time due to an issue involving the size of roller installed i12/15/2008
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
SB-2508/08/200810026765Tiffin motorhomes: flush floor living room slide system provided by lippert components. units with residential refrigerator option may experience decreased motor efficiency over time due to an issue involving the size of roller installed i12/15/2008