2001 Tiffin Bay recalls and problems
The 2001 Tiffin Bay has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Tiffin dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2001 Tiffin Bay vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2001 Tiffin Bay recalls
Recall 11V-082: Equipment
Problem: Tiffin motorhomes is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. The population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. The response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.
Risk: The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.
Fix: Tiffin motorhomes is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. Owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. Please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. The safety recall began on february 17, 2011. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101.
Recall 01V-097: Seat Belts
Problem: Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies produced by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
Risk: Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
Fix: Am-safe notified tiffin's customers to return their vehicle to an authorized dealer to have the seat belts repaired free of charge. Owner notification began august 31, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact AM-safe commercial products at 219-266-8330.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Tiffin Bay have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Tiffin Bay: 11V-082 (equipment), 01V-097 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Tiffin recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Tiffin dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.