Recall 17V113 affects 284 2017 Tiffin Allegro Open Road motorhomes for an incorrect hitch-capacity sticker. Tiffin supplies the corrected sticker free.
Tiffin is recalling 284 2017 Allegro Open Road motorhomes because the tow-hitch sticker lists 10,000 lbs and 1,000 lbs of tongue weight, above the correct 5,000 lbs and 500 lbs limits. Loading to the incorrect sticker can make the hitch fail and let the towed vehicle separate; Tiffin dealers will replace the label free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tow hitch rating sticker on a 2017 Tiffin Allegro Open Road tells an owner and service shop how much trailer weight the hitch is rated to pull. It also lists the maximum tongue weight, which is the downward force the trailer places on the hitch. That label is the quick reference used when matching a trailer, cargo, and hitch setup to the motorhome.
On affected motorhomes, the sticker on the hitch shows the wrong capacity. It lists 10,000 lbs of towing capacity and 1,000 lbs of tongue weight, but the correct limits are 5,000 lbs and 500 lbs. The hitch itself is not described as the wrong part; the problem is that the label overstates what the hitch is rated to carry.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner looking only at the sticker sees a higher limit than the 2017 Allegro Open Road hitch is actually rated for, which can lead to towing more weight than the hitch rating allows.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Tiffin Allegro Open Road | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 284 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Tiffin Allegro Open Road motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the hitch is loaded to the weight printed on the incorrect sticker, the hitch can fail and the towed vehicle can separate from the motorhome, increasing crash risk. Until the corrected sticker is installed, use caution with towing weight and schedule the recall work. Repair is free at any franchised Tiffin dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Tiffin Allegro Open Road is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Tiffin dealer to get the free corrected tow-hitch weight-capacity sticker that fixes the incorrect hitch rating.
- Bring the recall notice if Tiffin mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V113 when you call.
- Avoid loading the tow hitch to the old sticker rating until the corrected sticker is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Tiffin technician confirms the tow hitch labeling and installs the corrected weight capacity sticker supplied for this recall. The corrected sticker replaces the label that overstated the hitch and tongue weight ratings. Parts and labor are covered, and there is no charge for the recall repair. Tiffin has a general reimbursement plan on file, so owners who already paid for this labeling repair should ask Tiffin customer service what documentation is needed for a claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 23, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 22, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V113?
Recall 17V113 covers 284 2017 Tiffin Allegro Open Road motorhomes with an incorrect tow-hitch weight sticker. The sticker lists 10,000 lbs and 1,000 lbs tongue weight, but the correct limits are 5,000 lbs and 500 lbs. Tiffin will supply the corrected sticker for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Tiffin Allegro Open Road is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 17V113. If it is, contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661 and reference Tiffin recall TIF-105. Tiffin supplies the corrected tow-hitch weight sticker free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost, and Tiffin's remedy says the corrected weight capacity sticker is supplied free of charge. The recall remedy began on March 22, 2017.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is hitch overload from the incorrect sticker. If the hitch is loaded to 10,000 lbs or 1,000 lbs tongue weight, the hitch can fail and the towed vehicle can separate from the motorhome, increasing crash risk. Use the corrected 5,000 lbs and 500 lbs limits.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V113000 |
|---|---|
| Tiffin customer service | 1-256-356-8661 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V113 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V113000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →