2003 Tiffin Phaeton recalls and problems
The 2003 Tiffin Phaeton has 3 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Tiffin dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2003 Tiffin Phaeton vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2003 Tiffin Phaeton 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 09V-443: Equipment
Problem: Tiffin is recalling certain recreational vehicle equipped with norcold model 1200lr and 1200lrim refrigerators, manufactured from december 1, 2001, with serial numbers between 1273701 and 1536607, non-consecutively. A fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak. If a leak occurs and the refrigerator continues to be operated after solution circulation has ceased the heat source could generate very high temperatures. At such high temperatures, the cooling unit could rupture.
Risk: If a leak occurs and the unit is continues to operate, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.
Fix: Tiffin is working with norcold and tiffin will notify owners and the vehicle's refrigerator will be repaired free of charge by norcold. Please see norcold's defect report 09e-027. Owners may contact norcold's recall center at 1-800-767-9101.
Recall 07V-517: Equipment
Problem: On certain motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation, these refrigerators may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.
Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
Fix: Tiffin motorhomes will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.
2003 Tiffin Phaeton problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 82,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2003 Tiffin Phaeton complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Tiffin Phaeton years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Tiffin Phaeton have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 Tiffin Phaeton: 11V-082 (equipment), 09V-443 (equipment), 07V-517 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Tiffin Phaeton?
Owners report service brakes, air problems most often (1 reports), followed by suspension (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 82,000 miles.
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.