Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #09V496000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V496000 by Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.. Includes 486 affected units, ADJUSTABLE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLIES, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Tiffin 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.

Corrective Action

Tiffin 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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V496000

Manufacturer: Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2009-12-29T00:00:00

Subject: Adjustable brake pedal assemblies

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 486

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Tiffin 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 Summary: If 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 Action: Tiffin 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V496000

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Created At: 1742808662

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