Recall 97V-167: 1996 Allegro Motor Home
TIFFIN MOTOR HOMES recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Sep 11, 1997, covering about 175 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with type 2 safety belts manufactured by amsafe. The front seat belt retractor located next to the driver and passenger seats will not allow the belt to be extended so that it can be used.
The risk
In the event of an accident, the driver or occupant would not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will install new seat belt assemblies in these vehicles.
Notes
Owner notification began august 25, 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free replacement seat belts within a reasonable time should contact allegro at 1-205-356-8661.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | TIFFIN MOTOR HOMES |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V167001 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Allegro Motor Home | 1996 | All years |
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 97V-167?
Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with type 2 safety belts manufactured by amsafe. The front seat belt retractor located next to the driver and passenger seats will not allow the belt to be extended so that it can be used.
How is recall 97V-167 fixed?
Dealers will install new seat belt assemblies in these vehicles.
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.