CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Tiffin Phaeton has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility/Wiper (1 report).
2010 Tiffin Phaeton 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.
Exhaust pipe too close to floor can cause fire
Certain 2010-2012 Tiffin Phaeton motorhomes built on Powerglide chassis, with floor plans QBH, QKH, and QTH made between July 1, 2010 and August 1, 2011, have an exhaust pipe mounted too close to the underside of the floor.
Most common 2010 Tiffin Phaeton problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TIFFIN PHAETON. WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED EXHAUST FUMES IN THE VEHICLE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE EXHAUST FLEX PIPE FRACTURED AND THAT SOME WIRING AND THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT ENCLOSURE HAD MELTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE EXHAUST FLEX PIPE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED . THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 14,737. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SPARTAN MOTOR HOME EQUIPPED WITH A 2010 TIFFIN PHAETON CHASSIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND EXHAUST FUMES ENTERED THE CABIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE BELLOWS PIPE HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 14,000.
THE WIPER ARM BROKE AT THE MOUNTING AND FELL AWAY FROM THE WINDSHIELD WHILE BEING USED. THIS IS THE SECOND OCCURRENCE ON ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. *TR
2010 Tiffin Phaeton questions
Does the 2010 Tiffin Phaeton have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2010 Tiffin Phaeton: 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; Exhaust pipe too close to floor can cause fire; Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit Breakers; Exterior Lighting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Tiffin Phaeton?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility/Wiper (1), Engine (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Tiffin Phaeton 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.