Tiffin Bus 2009

Model Bus made in 2009 by Tiffin got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, service brakes, hydraulic and vehicle speed control.

Model 2009

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 .
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 .
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL
12V071000TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. V (Vehicle)181MFRTIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.02/24/201202/24/2012
Defect SummaryTiffin is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 bus, as well as certain 2009-2011 and 2013 zephyr recreational vehicle chassis equipped with an electronic control module, part number 2791-nn2e-001 or 2791-nn2e-002. when the brake is applied, the cruise control may not cancel. additionally, these vehicles may exhibit an inadvertent, moderate increase in vehicle speed until the vehicle reaches its governed speed after the cruise control is set.
Consequence SummaryA driver may experience reduced control of the vehicle if either the driver attempts to cancel the cruise control by applying the brake or the vehicle speed increases and the driver is unaware of the increased speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryTiffin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel switch and reprogram the module, free of charge. tiffin has not provided a notification schedule. owners may contact tiffin at 256-356-8661.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration