2000 Tiffin Allegro recalls and problems

The 2000 Tiffin Allegro has 5 safety recalls and 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Tiffin dealer.

Recalls
5
Complaints
10
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Tiffin Allegro vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Tiffin Allegro recalls

Recall 11V-082: Equipment

Reported Feb 8, 2011 · 10,683 vehicles affected · TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.

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 10V-585: Equipment

Reported Nov 22, 2010 · 2,717 vehicles affected · TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.

Problem: Tiffin 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 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 recall began on february 17, 2011. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.

Recall 07V-517: Equipment

Reported Nov 5, 2007 · 11,438 vehicles affected · TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC.

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.

Recall 03V-149: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Apr 14, 2003 · 1,174 vehicles affected · TIFFIN MOTOR HOMES

Problem: Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.

Risk: In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.

Fix: Dealers will repair the brake warning lamp circuit. 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 tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.

Recall 01V-097: Seat Belts

Reported Jun 22, 2001 · 955 vehicles affected · TIFFIN MOTOR HOMES

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.

2000 Tiffin Allegro problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System5
Tires3
Equipment3
Visibility3
Seat Belts2
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Structure1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Parking Brake1
Engine1

Most reported parts

  • Tires › Sidewall — 2
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 2
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Carburetor System — 1
  • Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly — 1
  • Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices — 1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
  • Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer — 1
  • Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 28,000 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 2000 Tiffin Allegro complaints

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

Parking Brake · at 45,095 miles · reported Oct 7, 2006
2000 chevy p-30 chassis auto park the "auto park/emergency brake" system fails. This can happen going down the road at what ever speed you are driving or sitting still.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 4,350 miles · reported Feb 18, 2005
After pulling onto the interstate the vehicle shut down. There was no steering and no brakes. Consumer was able to stop the vehicle, and there was fluid on the ground. The vehicle was towed, and the power booster had to be replaced.
Tires · reported Aug 4, 2004
We experienced a tire blow out on our 2000 allegro bus on the back right outside tire. We got the tire repaired and drove about 20 miles and had another blow out on the front right side. Micheline does not admit to a problem, but the weight and tire pressure were correct for the tires. The tires and motor home have about 35,000 miles.
Equipment · reported Jul 10, 2001
While driving 30mph overhead bunk bed fell. Also, bunk bed was held up by two plastic latches. Contacted dealer, and dealer replaced them with metal pins to hold bed up. Consumer has several complaints regarding this vehicle, here are a few expamples of some of the complaints. Sliding window rattles, window loose in track, driver side interior window frame is shifted. Wires exposed going into generator, refigerator had to be rewired, brake lights were not wired at the factory, batteries ran dry, and circuit wired incorrectly. Front cap of body is cracking, it was stretched too tight when it…
Electrical System · reported Jul 10, 2001
Brake lights/refrigerator, and generator had to be rewired. Brake lights didn't work at all. Refrigerator and generator were rewired wrongly. Also, power to generator wires were spliced and not covered. Contacted dealer. Overhead bunk bed fell on the driver and passenger while driving 35mph.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Tiffin Allegro have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2000 Tiffin Allegro: 11V-082 (equipment), 10V-585 (equipment), 07V-517 (equipment), 03V-149 (service brakes, hydraulic), 01V-097 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Tiffin Allegro?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (5 reports), followed by tires (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 28,000 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.