Recall 09V-496: 2008–2010 Tiffin Allegro Bus
TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Dec 29, 2009, covering about 486 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
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 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V496000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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-496?
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.
How is recall 09V-496 fixed?
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.
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.