2005 Tiffin Bus recalls and problems
The 2005 Tiffin Bus has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Tiffin dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2005 Tiffin Bus vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2005 Tiffin Bus 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 05V-268: Equipment
Problem: On certain class a motor homes equipped with vehicle systems' aqua-hot and hydro-hot water heaters, which use webasto burner tubes, the burner tubes do not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
Risk: The surface temperature of the exhaust tube exiting from the heater can increase and could potentially ignite combustible materials in or around the vehicle.
Fix: Tiffin is working with vehicle systems to notify owners and have the repair performed on their vehicles. Owners may contact vehicle systems at 1-800-685-4298 or tiffin at 256-356-8661.
Recall 04V-383: Seat Belts
Problem: The seat belt assemblies on certain motor homes fail to comply with the loop load requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209. "seat belt assemblies."
Risk: The seat belt buckle may unlatch in the event of a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury to the seat occupant.
Fix: Amsafe will replace the buckles. Owners should contact amsafe at 574-266-8330 or tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Tiffin Bus have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Tiffin Bus: 11V-082 (equipment), 05V-268 (equipment), 04V-383 (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.