Tiffin Bus 2005

Model Bus made in 2005 by Tiffin got 1 investigation there are 3 recalls as well as 6 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment, equipment adaptive and seat belts. The car had one investigation (equipment). There were some recalls concerningequipment, seat belts.

Model 2005

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 .
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE - LPG WATER HEATER
05V268000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.from 12/01/2002 to 04/01/2005V (Vehicle)30203/30/2005ODITIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.06/03/200506/09/2005
Defect SummaryOn certain class a motor homes equipped with vehicle systems' aqua-hot and hydro-hot water heaters, which use webasto burner tubes, the burner tubes do not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
Consequence SummaryThe surface temperature of the exhaust tube exiting from the heater can increase and could potentially ignite combustible materials in or around the vehicle.
Corrective SummaryTiffin is working with vehicle systems to notify owners and have the repair performed on their vehicles. owners may contact vehicle systems at 1-800-685-4298 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.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
04V383000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.from 09/03/2003 to 05/25/2004V (Vehicle)1662ODITIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.08/03/200408/10/2004571209
Defect SummaryThe seat belt assemblies on certain motor homes fail to comply with the loop load requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209. seat belt assemblies.
Consequence SummaryThe seat belt buckle may unlatch in the event of a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury to the seat occupant.
Corrective SummaryAmsafe will replace the buckles. owners should contact amsafe at 574-266-8330 or tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EQUIPMENT
SB-2103/18/200810026734Tiffin motorhomes: switch box grounding lug. the tap screw is not tight enough. this could cause problems at the load center causing a loss of ground. csc letter was received. *pe12/09/2008
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
SB-2103/18/200810026734Tiffin motorhomes: switch box grounding lug. the tap screw is not tight enough. this could cause problems at the load center causing a loss of ground. csc letter was received. *pe12/09/2008
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SB-2103/18/200810026734Tiffin motorhomes: switch box grounding lug. the tap screw is not tight enough. this could cause problems at the load center causing a loss of ground. csc letter was received. *pe12/09/2008
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
SB-2103/18/200810026734Tiffin motorhomes: switch box grounding lug. the tap screw is not tight enough. this could cause problems at the load center causing a loss of ground. csc letter was received. *pe12/09/2008
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE - LPG WATER HEATER
SB-2003/29/200810026736Tiffin motorhomes: there is a potential problem with the water heater by pass in your unit. there is a possibility it was incorrectly plumbed. csc letter was received. *pe12/10/2008
SEAT BELTS
0402411/11/200410012138A defect may exist in some seat belts manufactured and sent to tiffin motorhomes. recall 04e-024 has been issued. *tt02/15/2005

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL
PE05014TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.03/17/200504/19/2005POTENTIAL MOVEMENT OF WASHER/DRYER05V145000
 In january 2005, tiffin issued a service bulletin (unnumbered) entitled