CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Tiffin Allegro has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3 reports).
2011 Tiffin Allegro recalls
Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire
Certain motorhomes are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers that may become clogged, so the extinguisher may not discharge as expected or may require excessive force to activate.
Windshield Wiper Arms May Break Off, Reducing Visibility
Certain motorhomes may have windshield wiper arms that break off while in use.
Motorhome Entry Steps May Become Unstable, Raising Injury Risk
The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to certain electric entry steps can fracture, allowing the fan gear to disengage.
Most common 2011 Tiffin Allegro problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2011 Tiffin RV with a Ford F53 chassis. The contact stated while driving approximately 4 MPH as the vehicle slowed for traffic the brakes failed. The contact crashed into the vehicle directly in front with no damage to the first vehicle. The contact's vehicle sustained damage to the front cap which was cracked and fractured. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the police were not called and no person involved sustained any injuries. The contact drove his vehicle home and did not take the vehicle to a dealer or independent mechanic. The contact observed and determined that the two front brake lines from the master cylinder and the re
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TRINITY MT3 (N/A) WITH KINGS ST5000 TIRES,(N/A) SIZE: 175/80/13. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE NOTICED TWO SPLITS ON THE SIDE WALL OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE OF BOTH THE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE WAS 1,000.
A BRACKET HOLDING THE REAR SWAY BAR TO THE CHASSIS ON THE DRIVER SIDE IS MISSING ONE OF TWO BOLTS. THE BRACKET IS BENT AND HANGS USELESSLY FROM THE CHASSIS. THIS 2011 TIFFIN ALLEGRO WAS BUILT ON A FORD F53 CHASSIS. MULTIPLE REPORTS AT TIFFINRVNETWORK.COM ALERTED ME TO CHECK FOR THE PROBLEM. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TIFFIN ALLEGRO RV. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 20-40 MPH THE BRAKES OVERHEATED AND SMOKE EMITTED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MANEUVERED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND THEN CONTINUED TO DRIVE WITH CAUTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES WERE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,500. UPDATED 10/26/11 *BF UPDATED 11/03/11 *BF UPDATED 12/15/11 *BF THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED THE TRANSMISSION WAS NOT SUFFICIENT ENOUGH TO SLOW THE RV DOWN ON STEEP GRADES. UPDATED 06/08/12 THE CONSUMER SUBMITTED AN ENGINEERING TESTING REPORT.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TIFFIN ALLEGRO RV. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CONTACT SMELLED A BURNING ODOR AND MANEUVERED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. SUDDENLY, THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE ENGULFED INTO FLAMES, WHICH THE CONTACT STATED ORIGINATED FROM THE ENGINE AREA. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE LARGE FLAMES AND THE VEHICLE WAS DECLARED AS DESTROYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN IMPOUND FACILITY. THERE WAS NO PERSONAL INJURY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE DEFECT. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED A RECALL WHICH COULD POSSIBLY HAVE BEEN RELATED TO THE DEFECT UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V416000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE). T
2011 Tiffin Allegro questions
Does the 2011 Tiffin Allegro have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2011 Tiffin Allegro: Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire; Windshield Wiper Arms May Break Off, Reducing Visibility; Motorhome Entry Steps May Become Unstable, Raising Injury Risk; Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit Breakers; Exterior Lighting; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Gear Position Indication (Prndl). Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Tiffin Allegro?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3), Fuel System, Gasoline (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Tiffin Allegro has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.