Recall 17V200000: 2011–2016 Tiffin Allegro Open Road
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 23, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 4,990
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The 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.
The risk
If the hitch detaches, the tow vehicle would not be connected to the motorhome, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Tiffin Allegro Open Road
- 2012 Tiffin Allegro Open Road
- 2013 Tiffin Allegro Open Road
- 2014 Tiffin Allegro Open Road
- 2015 Tiffin Allegro Open Road
- 2016 Tiffin Allegro Open Road
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V200000
- Manufacturer
- Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Mar 28, 2017
- Components
- Trailer hitches (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology