Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V113000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V113000 by Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.. Affecting model year 2017 allegro open road motorhomes Includes 284 affected units, Incorrect Weight Capacity on Tow Hitch Sticker, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2017 allegro open road motorhomes

Defect Summary

Tiffin motorhomes, inc. (tiffin) is recalling certain model year 2017 allegro open road motorhomes. a sticker on the tow hitch may list the incorrect weight capacity for the hitch. the sticker states a capacity of 10,000 lbs, and a maximum tongue weight of 1,000 lbs, when the correct towing capacity is 5,000 lbs, with a maximum tongue weight of 500 lbs.

Corrective Action

Tiffin will notify owners and will supply a corrected weight capacity sticker, free of charge. the recall began on march 22, 2017 . owners may contact tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661. tiffin's number for this recall is tif-105.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V113000

Manufacturer: Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2017-02-23T00:00:00

Subject: Incorrect weight capacity on tow hitch sticker

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 284

Details

MFR Campaign Number: TIF-105

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Tiffin motorhomes, inc. (tiffin) is recalling certain model year 2017 allegro open road motorhomes. a sticker on the tow hitch may list the incorrect weight capacity for the hitch. the sticker states a capacity of 10,000 lbs, and a maximum tongue weight of 1,000 lbs, when the correct towing capacity is 5,000 lbs, with a maximum tongue weight of 500 lbs.

Consequence Summary: If the hitch is loaded to the weight on sticker, the hitch may fail and the towed vehicle can separate from the motorhome, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Tiffin will notify owners and will supply a corrected weight capacity sticker, free of charge. the recall began on march 22, 2017 . owners may contact tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661. tiffin's number for this recall is tif-105.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 74.3

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NHTSA ID: 17V113000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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