2001 Tiffin Allegro recalls and problems

The 2001 Tiffin Allegro has 6 safety recalls and 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Tiffin dealer.

Recalls
6
Complaints
10
Crashes / fires
0 / 2
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Tiffin Allegro vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 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 09V-110: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Apr 3, 2009 · 48,876 vehicles affected · NAVISTAR, INC

Problem: Navistar is recalling certain model year my 2001-2008 workhorse w20, w21 and w22 chassis and certain model year 2009 through 2011 monaco rv admiral, arista, monarch, and riptide recreational vehicles equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal vehicle operation may experience calipers sticking in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag. The driver would normally have warning of the brake drag if undetected by the driver.

Risk: The temperature increase at the wheel end can eventually lead to soft pedal conditions due to brake fluid boil, and possible extended stopping distance increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Workhorse dealers will replace all four bosch brake caliper assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2010. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731.

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.

2001 Tiffin Allegro problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Equipment5
Tires2
Electrical System2
Structure2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Exterior Lighting1
Suspension1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Visibility1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Fuel System, Gasoline1

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Other › Labels — 1
  • Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 1
  • Electrical System › Wiring — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems › Furnace — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 32,000 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 2001 Tiffin Allegro complaints

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 10,000 miles · reported Feb 15, 2012
2001 allegro rv with workhorse w22 chassis. "brake dragging" issue. Drove through a small town at about 35 MPH where I had to stop at three stop lights. After leaving the town at about 50 MPH I smelled a brake burning smell coming from the rear of the vehicle. Stopped and discovered that the right rear brakes were smoking. Stopped for about 30 minutes until I could touch the brake disks with my hand and resumed travel. After about 10 minutes the brakes were smoking again. I stopped for a hour till the brakes were completely cool to the touch and continued 30 minutes to my home with no more…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 40,000 miles · reported Aug 30, 2010
The contact owns 2001 tiffin allegro. While traveling 45 MPH the contact stated that they smelled a burning odor in the rear of the vehicle. When the vehicle was inspected, the mechanic stated that the rear rotors and calipers over heated and melted. When the contact spoke with workhorse, they were told that the vehicle was not included in recall campaign number 09v110000 related to the service brakes for the hydraulics. The failure and current mileages were 40,000.
Equipment · reported Oct 10, 2008
The contact owns a dometic refrigerator, model rm2852. The contact received a recall notice on the refrigerator, which stated that it could possibly catch fire. He believes that the remedy for this recall would not prevent a fire in the event that the boiler tube ignites. Instead, the actual repair would only contain the fire, rather than prevent the fire. There had been no failure to date. The NHTSA campaign id number and part number were unknown. Updated 10-29-08 the consumer stated the refrigerator showed signs of leakage and the refrigerator was not cooling properly. The power converter…
Vehicle Speed Control · reported Dec 14, 2007
The recall # is 05s28 for the speed control on my rv. I took my rv in to have it repaired . The dealership disconnected the speed control and said that the repair harness would be in in the middle of december 2007. I called on the 14th of december 2007 and was told that the harnesswould not be in until march of 2008. The reason for the recall is that the speed control would cause a fire whether it was in operation or not. My rv ids a 2001 tiffin allegro with a ford chasis. Please let me know if you need any more information.
Electrical System · at 25,000 miles · reported Jan 3, 2005
While parked vehicle caught on fire. As a result, the motor home was totaled. Smoke was coming from a propane furnace located in the front of the motor home. The consumer attempted to turn on the exhaust fan but there was no power.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Tiffin Allegro have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2001 Tiffin Allegro: 11V-082 (equipment), 10V-585 (equipment), 09V-110 (service brakes, hydraulic), 07V-517 (equipment), 03V-149 (service brakes, hydraulic) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Tiffin Allegro?

Owners report equipment problems most often (5 reports), followed by tires (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 32,000 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.