Sept. 13, 2011
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 11V452000
| Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic Pedals and Linkages | ||
Potential number of units affected: 1,960
| Summary: Tiffin motorhomes is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Phaeton, model year 2008-2010 Bus, and model year 2010 Allegro motorhomes equipped with Kongsberg automotive adjustable brake pedals. The adjustable brake pedal arm may loosen allowing the arm to rotate around its shaft and swing in front of the accelerator pedal, reducing braking function. Consequence: A loose brake pedal increases the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy: Daimler Trucks (DTNA) is performing recall repairs and notification to owners. The owners were initially notified by DTNA Trucks on December 22, 2009, and a follow-up notice was mailed to owners on July 20, 2011. Owners may contact DTNA warranty claims department at 800-547-0712 or Tiffin Motorhomes at 256-356-8661 for more information. |
| Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.Is your vehicle registered for SamAlerts?As an exclusive member benefit, you can register your vehicle information with us. We in turn will be tracking the NHTSA (National Highway Transportation Safety Administration) safety recall information on a weekly basis. If we receive a notice that matches your vehicle, or is similar to the vehicle information you gave us, we’ll notify you by e-mail.Sign up for SamAlerts Today > |