NHTSA Recall 17V200000
Filed by Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.. Component: Trailer Hitches. Reported 2017-03-23. An estimated 4,990 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Allegro Open Road motorhomes. The tow hitch on these vehicles may can detach from the coach under heavy loading or hard braking conditions.
Risk
If the hitch detaches, the tow vehicle would not be connected to the motorhome, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will install frame rail extension liner brackets, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2017. Owners may contact Tiffin Motorhomes customer service at 1-256-356-8661.
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.safercar.gov.