CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Tiffin Phaeton has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (1 report).
2015 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.
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.
Slide-Out May Extend While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
Moisture can get into the slide-out controller in certain 2015 Tiffin motorhomes built between April 22, 2014 and May 8, 2015.
Most common 2015 Tiffin Phaeton problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
CUMMINS INC. ISSUED A FIELD ACTION, ATC1747 TO PREVENT PRESSURIZED ENGINE FUEL LEAKS. WE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM CUMMINS DATED JULY 28 2016 STRONGLY ENCOURAGING CUMMINS COMPLIMENTARY INSTALLATION OF FUEL SUPPLY LINE ISOLATORS ON #1 AND #6 FUEL INJECTORS. CUMMINS IS NOW SAYING THAT WE DIDN'T ACT ON THE OFFER QUICKLY ENOUGH AND THEY'VE RETRACTED THEIR OFFER TO INSTALL THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE ISOLATORS AT NO CHARGE. OUR RV ENGINE IS STILL UNDER CUMMINS FACTORY WARRANTY WITH ONLY 5,000 MILES, AND WE HAVE ALREADY HAD A SERIOUS PRESSURIZED FUEL SYSTEM LEAK AT THE FUEL INJECTORS, THAT WAS REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY. WE WANT CUMMINS TO INSTALL THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE ISOLATORS TO PREVENT A FIRE IN OUR RV EN
DRIVING WEST ON INTERSTATE 80 IN PENNSYLVANIA RAN OVER A SEVERE POTHOLE THEN WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING AREA NOTICED A LOUD AIR LEAK FROM THE REAR WHICH RENDERED THE VEHICLE UNDRIVABLE. READ THAT OTHERS HAD THIS ISSUE ON THE SAME VEHICLE AND AM CONCERNED THAT THIS IS AN ISSUE IF THE AIR PRESSURE DROPS BELOW 65PSI THE VEHICLE WILL COME TO A SUDDEN STOP ENDANGERING OCCUPANTS AND PEOPLE/PROPERTY SURROUNDING THE INCIDENT. THE FOLLOWING IS FROM AN INTERNET FORUM ALERTING OTHER TO THE HAZARD "AFTER CALLING FREIGHTLINER DIRECTLY THEY ADMITTED THEY SPEC'ED THE WRONG AIRBAGS ON THE REAR! SO HOPEFULLY YOUR DEALER REPLACE BOTH SIDES WITH A NEW PART LOC# W0711F021 I THINK IS THE RIGHT NUMBER I HAVE
2015 Tiffin Phaeton questions
Does the 2015 Tiffin Phaeton have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2015 Tiffin Phaeton: Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire; Motorhome Entry Steps May Become Unstable, Raising Injury Risk; Slide-Out May Extend While Driving, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Tiffin Phaeton?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (1), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 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.