2020 Tiffin Phaeton recalls and problems

The 2020 Tiffin Phaeton has 3 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Tiffin dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Tiffin Phaeton vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Tiffin Phaeton recalls

Recall 21V-680: Seat Belts

Reported Nov 5, 2021 · 10,409 vehicles affected · Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.

Problem: Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Allegro Breeze, Allegro Red, Allegro, Allegro Bus, Phaeton, and 2018-2021 Zephyr recreational vehicles. The sofa seat belts may not have been installed correctly, which could result in unsecured passengers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Risk: Unsecured passengers have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661. Tiffin's number for this recall is TIF-118.

Recall 21V-306: Fuel System, Diesel

Reported Apr 30, 2021 · 3,198 vehicles affected · Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.

Problem: Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Bus and Phaeton vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Tiffin will work with Cummins to inspect the rail threads , and replace the rail and fuel lines if damage is found, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2021. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661.

Recall 20V-534: Steering

Reported Sep 2, 2020 · 8 vehicles affected · Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.

Problem: Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2020 Bus and Phaeton motorhomes. The steering pinch bolts may not have been properly tightened.

Risk: A loose steering pinch bolt can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the steering bolts to specification, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2020. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661.

2020 Tiffin Phaeton problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine1
Exterior Lighting1

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 2020 Tiffin Phaeton complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported May 5, 2021
The epa came out with requirements in 2013 that all diesel engines have a pollution mitigating DEF (Diesel exhaust fluid) system. Apparently, the epa required the industry to measure the following three items with respect to blue DEF. - level of DEF - temperature of DEF - quality of DEF I have been told that the epa granted an extension of the third requirement, quality of DEF, since no one could manufacture the equipment necessary to do so. This extension apparently lasted until 2017. These DEF sensors being installed are failing at an alarming rate, many within only a few miles. When DEF…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Tiffin Phaeton have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Tiffin Phaeton: 21V-680 (seat belts), 21V-306 (fuel system, diesel), 20V-534 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Tiffin Phaeton?

Owners report engine problems most often (1 reports), followed by exterior lighting (1).

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.