Recall 14V609 covers 488 2013-2015 Tiffin Allegro Bus motorhomes with incorrect front GAWR labels. Tiffin sends the corrected sticker free.
Tiffin is recalling 488 2013-2015 Allegro Bus motorhomes because the Federal Certification label lists the wrong front Gross Axle Weight Rating. If an owner loads the motorhome to that incorrect rating, tire failure can result and increase crash risk; Tiffin dealers will correct the label free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Certification label is the weight and compliance label on the motorhome. On the 2013-2015 Tiffin Allegro Bus, that label tells the owner and service shop the front Gross Axle Weight Rating, or GAWR. GAWR is the certified maximum weight the front axle is rated to carry.
On affected motorhomes, the label lists the wrong front GAWR. The 45 foot LP model shows 17,000 lbs when it should show 16,000 lbs. The 37 foot and 40 foot models show 16,600 lbs when they should show 15,000 lbs. The coach itself is not described as having a broken axle or suspension part; the defect is that the official weight label gives the wrong certified limit.
There is no warning sign before failure because the problem is printed information, not a part that starts making noise or changes how the motorhome feels. Owners are not expected to notice the issue from driving alone.
Who's affected?
All 3 model years involve the same vehicle label issue: the placard or certification label.
| 2014 Tiffin Allegro Bus | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2013 Tiffin Allegro Bus | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2015 Tiffin Allegro Bus | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 488 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect weight label can lead an owner to load the motorhome beyond the correct specifications. That raises the risk of tire failure, which increases the risk of a crash. There is no listed warning sign before the tire problem. Repair is free at any franchised Tiffin dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2015 Tiffin Allegro Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661 to request the free corrected certification sticker.
- Install the corrected sticker over the incorrect front Gross Axle Weight Rating label as Tiffin instructs.
- Reference recall number 14V609 when you contact Tiffin or a franchised Tiffin dealer.
- Avoid loading the motorhome to the incorrect front axle rating until the corrected sticker is installed.
What happens at the repair
Because this remedy is a corrected label, the repair process is simple. Tiffin provides a corrected Federal Certification sticker at no charge. The corrected sticker goes over the incorrect label on the motorhome and shows the proper front Gross Axle Weight Rating. A Tiffin service contact can confirm the placement point before the sticker is applied. There is no parts replacement listed for campaign 14V609, and the recall remedy is available now for the 2013-2015 Allegro Bus.
Timeline
| September 26, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| September 26, 2014 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 26, 2014 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| September 26, 2014 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 30, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
| October 1, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V609?
Recall 14V609 covers 488 2013-2015 Tiffin Allegro Bus motorhomes with a Federal Certification label that lists the wrong front gross axle weight rating. If the motorhome is loaded using that incorrect label, tire failure can result and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2013-2015 Tiffin Allegro Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 14V609. If it is, contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661 and ask for the corrected certification sticker. Tiffin sends the replacement label free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost. For recall 14V609, Tiffin provides a corrected sticker for the owner to place over the incorrect Federal Certification label free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is tire failure from loading the motorhome according to the wrong front axle rating on the certification label. That tire failure can increase crash risk. Until the corrected sticker is installed, use the corrected recall information instead of relying on the old label.
What if I bought my Tiffin Allegro Bus used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Ownership history does not remove the manufacturer's recall obligation. Check your VIN, then contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661 and reference recall 14V609 so they can confirm coverage and send the corrected sticker.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V609000 |
|---|---|
| Tiffin customer service | 1-256-356-8661 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V609 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V609000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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