Tiffin Allegro recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 2, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. recalls 2014–2016 Tiffin Allegro

Recall number

16V397000

Brand / firm

Tiffin

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 539 units

Why it was recalled

The steering wheel's connection to the front axle could fail resulting in a sudden loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Tiffin Motorhomes is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Allegro Phaeton and 2015-2016 Allegro Bus trucks manufactured October 1, 2014 to August 1, 2015, equipped with certain ZF RL77 / 80EM independent front steering axles equipped with Bosch 8018 steering boxes. The boxes were manufactured using incorrect internal spacers that can cause premature wear in the connection between the steering wheel and the front axle.

What to do

Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering box if necessary, free of charge. Owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. The recall began on August 17, 2016. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.