Recall 09V-069: 2006–2009 Tiffin Allegro Bus, 2007–2009 Tiffin Phaeton and 1 more
TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Feb 27, 2009, covering about 1,408 vehicles.
The problem
Tiffin is recalling 1,408 my 2006-2009 allegro bus, my 2007-2009 phaeton and my 2005-2009 zephyr vehicles built on spartan chassis and equipped with putman hitches. Certain trailer hitches may fracture which could result in the loss of the trailer.
The risk
Suspect hitches may develop fractures and subsequent separation may occur, resulting in a vehicle crash, property damage or pedestrian harm.
The fix
Tiffin is working with spartan and spartan is handling the remedy for this campaign (Please see 08v-567). The trailer hitch will be replaced free of charge. Owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400 or tiffin at 256-356-8661.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V069000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Tiffin Allegro Bus | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Tiffin Phaeton | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Tiffin Zephyr | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 09V-069?
Tiffin is recalling 1,408 my 2006-2009 allegro bus, my 2007-2009 phaeton and my 2005-2009 zephyr vehicles built on spartan chassis and equipped with putman hitches. Certain trailer hitches may fracture which could result in the loss of the trailer.
How is recall 09V-069 fixed?
Tiffin is working with spartan and spartan is handling the remedy for this campaign (Please see 08v-567). The trailer hitch will be replaced free of charge. Owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400 or tiffin at 256-356-8661.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.