Recall 13V638 affects 222 2013-2014 Tiffin Allegro motorhomes for an electric-fireplace fire risk. Repair will be free at any franchised Tiffin dealer once available.
Tiffin is recalling 222 2013-2014 Allegro motorhomes equipped with an electric fireplace because exposed wood inside the fireplace can ignite. If that wood catches fire, flames can spread to the rest of the motorhome, and the Tiffin dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The electric fireplace in the 2013-2014 Tiffin Allegro is an installed cabin fixture that provides heat from an electric unit instead of a fuel flame. It is supposed to keep heat contained inside the fireplace assembly, away from surrounding interior materials. That separation matters because motorhome cabinetry and trim sit close to built-in equipment.
On affected Allegro motorhomes, a piece of exposed wood is inside the electric fireplace area. When the fireplace is used, heat inside the unit can ignite that wood. Once interior wood ignites, the problem is no longer limited to the fireplace assembly and creates a fire risk inside the motorhome.
There is no warning sign before failure. The fireplace area can look normal before the exposed wood ignites, so owners should not rely on smell, smoke, or a visible change to know the defect is present.
Who's affected?
Both model years list the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment component.
| 2014 Tiffin Allegro | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2013 Tiffin Allegro | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 222 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific motorhome.
What's the safety risk?
If the exposed wood ignites, fire can spread through the rest of the motorhome. A fire in a motorhome is a serious safety risk, so schedule the heat-shield repair when Tiffin or your dealer makes it available. Repair will be free at any franchised Tiffin dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Tiffin Allegro is included in this recall.
- Contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661 if you never received the owner notice mailed January 17, 2014.
- Ask a franchised Tiffin dealer about the free heat-shield installation that keeps fireplace heat away from exposed wood.
- Bring the recall notice to the dealer, or reference recall number 13V638 when you call.
- Avoid using the electric fireplace until the heat-shield repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Tiffin has not provided an owner notification schedule for this repair, so the final dealer work is not open yet. Once it opens, a Tiffin technician will install a heat shield inside the electric fireplace area. The shield is meant to keep heat away from the exposed wood identified in recall 13V638. The dealer repair will be free once available, including parts and labor.
Timeline
| December 19, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 17, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V638?
Recall 13V638 covers 222 2013-2014 Tiffin Allegro motorhomes equipped with an electric fireplace. Exposed wood inside the fireplace can ignite, and Tiffin dealers will install a heat shield free of charge.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Tiffin Allegro is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 13V638. If it is, contact a franchised Tiffin dealer to schedule the heat-shield installation. Reference recall number 13V638 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to complete recall repairs at no cost, and Tiffin's remedy says dealers will install the heat shield free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Tiffin dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. In affected Allegro motorhomes, the electric fireplace can ignite exposed wood inside the fireplace, and that fire can spread through the rest of the motorhome. The dealer repair adds a heat shield between the heat source and the exposed wood.
What if I bought my Tiffin Allegro used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Allegro is included, then call a franchised Tiffin dealer and reference recall number 13V638.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V638000 |
|---|---|
| Tiffin customer service | 1-256-356-8661 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V638 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V638000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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