Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08V393000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V393000 by Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.. Includes 271 affected units, STEERING ARM/TIE ROD ARM/FREIGHTLINER, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Tiffin is recalling 271 my 2007-2008 phaeton class a motor homes equipped with freightliner chassis. the aac front axle steering arm bolts with a latch lever pivot bolt assembly may have been over- tightened.

Corrective Action

Tiffin is working with freightliner to have the steering arm tie rod fasteners inspected and replaced. the steering arm will be inspected for clearance to the king pin boss. freightliner is handling the remedy for this campaign. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V393000
Manufacturer: Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2008-08-01T00:00:00
Subject: Steering arm/tie rod arm/freightliner
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 271

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Tiffin is recalling 271 my 2007-2008 phaeton class a motor homes equipped with freightliner chassis. the aac front axle steering arm bolts with a latch lever pivot bolt assembly may have been over- tightened.
Consequence Summary: Over-tightened steering arm bolts may fatigue and fracture increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Tiffin is working with freightliner to have the steering arm tie rod fasteners inspected and replaced. the steering arm will be inspected for clearance to the king pin boss. freightliner is handling the remedy for this campaign. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08V393000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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