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Tiffin Phaeton Recall 24V036: Driver's Seat May Detach From Motorhome Floor

NHTSA campaign 24V036, reported January 23, 2024, 507 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain motorhomes have a driver's seat pedestal mounting plate that may have been improperly welded. Over time, the plate can separate, causing the seat assembly to loosen or detach while the vehicle is in use.

A loose or detached driver's seat increases the risk of injury to the driver. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Authorized dealers will inspect the driver's seat for a missing weld and replace the pedestal if needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 22, 2024. You can also contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661 (recall number TIF-135), and check your vehicle identification number for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V036Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.
Component
SEATS
Problem
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2022 Allegro Bus, Phaeton, Allegro Red 360, and Zephyr motorhomes. The pedestal mounting plate on the driver's seat may be improperly welded, which can cause the plate to separate and the seat assembly to loosen or detach.
Risk
A loose or detached seat assembly increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for a missing weld and replace the pedestal, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661. Tiffin's number for this recall is TIF-135.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Tiffin Allegro Bus2022
Tiffin Allegro RED 3602022
Tiffin Phaeton2022
Tiffin Zephyr2022