Recall 14V431 affects 158 2014 Tiffin Allegro Bus recreational vehicles for incorrect seat belt attachment. Repair is free at any franchised Tiffin dealer.
Tiffin is recalling 158 2014 Allegro Bus recreational vehicles because driver and passenger seat belts can rub against a steel seat bracket and fray, reducing belt strength. In a crash, the weakened belt can fail to properly restrain the occupant and increase injury risk; the Tiffin dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The seat belts in the 2014 Tiffin Allegro Bus use attachment points built into certain Villa International ABTS driver and passenger seats. In normal use, the belt anchors hold the webbing in position so the belt can restrain the occupant when the motorhome stops hard or is involved in a crash. The belt also needs a clear path through the seat so the webbing is not cut or worn by nearby metal.
On affected Allegro Bus motorhomes, the seat belt attachment can be installed incorrectly inside the seat. That routing puts the belt close enough to a steel bracket that the webbing can rub against it. Over time, that contact can fray the belt and reduce its strength, which is why the seats do not meet FMVSS 209 for seat belt assemblies.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is inside the seat structure, so an owner will not have a dashboard light or clear driving symptom that confirms the belt has lost strength.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Tiffin Allegro Bus | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 158 |
Not every 2014 Tiffin Allegro Bus motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A weakened seat belt can fail to properly restrain the occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. If your VIN is included, schedule the inspection and repair soon and avoid using that seat until Tiffin confirms the belt system is secure. Repair will be free at any franchised Tiffin dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Tiffin Allegro Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Tiffin dealer with recall number 14V431 and ask about the free seat-belt bracket inspection and repair.
- Ask Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661 for help if the dealer cannot find the recall for your VIN.
- Bring the recall notice if Tiffin mailed one, plus any paperwork for prior seat-belt or ABTS seat service.
- Avoid using a seat position with a frayed or damaged belt until the dealer inspects the seat-belt bracket.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Tiffin technician inspects the single link system on the Villa International ABTS driver and passenger seats. If the seat belt bracket has the incorrect attachment, the technician repairs the single link system with fasteners and re-attaches the seat belt bracket. The source remedy says the recall began on August 18, 2014, and the dealer repair is free once available for the affected 2014 Allegro Bus.
Timeline
| July 16, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 18, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V431?
Recall 14V431 covers 158 2014 Tiffin Allegro Bus recreational vehicles with certain Villa International ABTS seats. The seat belt attachment can be incorrect, and the belt can fray against a steel bracket. Tiffin dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt bracket system for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Tiffin Allegro Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Allegro Bus is included in recall 14V431. If it is, contact a franchised Tiffin dealer to schedule the seat inspection and repair. Reference recall number 14V431 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. Tiffin dealers will inspect the affected driver and passenger ABTS seats and, as needed, repair the single-link system and reattach the seat belt bracket for free.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that a weakened seat belt can fail to properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing injury risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and repair before relying on the affected seat positions.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for visible fraying, rubbing, or damage on the driver or passenger seat belt near the seat bracket. The recall involves belt contact with a steel bracket, so do not ignore worn belt webbing. Have a Tiffin dealer inspect the affected seats and repair them for free.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V431000 |
|---|---|
| Tiffin customer service | 1-256-356-8661 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V431 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V431000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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